Gov. Beshear Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Jimmy Carter

FRANKFORT – In accordance with the U.S. Flag Code and a proclamation from the White House, Gov. Andy Beshear has directed that flags at all state office buildings be lowered to half-staff immediately and to stay at half-staff until sunset on Tuesday, Jan. 28, in honor of former President Jimmy Carter, who died Sunday, Dec. 29, at the age of 100.

“Jimmy Carter was a true American — he lived through his faith and values each and every day, lifting up his neighbors and serving our great country through kindness and compassion,” said Gov. Beshear. “Let us all learn from him and honor his memory by leading with love. Britainy and I are praying for the entire Carter family and our country as we mourn the loss of this American hero.”

Carter served as the 39th President of the United States from Jan. 20, 1977, to Jan. 20, 1981.

Gov. Beshear encourages individuals, businesses and organizations throughout the commonwealth to join in this tribute. Flag status information is available at governor.ky.gov/flag-status.

A National Day of Mourning for former President Carter will be held on Thursday, Jan. 9. His state funeral will also be held in Washington the same day. He will be laid to rest at his house in Plains, GA, next to his wife, Rosalynn who passed away last year.