Most half-staff days suggest that the American flag is at half-staff from sunrise until sunset on the days of the order. Memorial Day is the exception where the American flag is at half-staff from sunrise until noon.

When should the flag be flown at half-staff?

Section 7m of the Flag Code authorizes a governor to half-staff the US flag upon the death of a present or former official of the government of the state, or the death of a member of the Armed Forces from that state who dies while serving on active duty.

Should the flag be at half-staff today?

As a mark of respect, the Australian National Flag and the New South Wales State Flag should be flown at half-mast all day on Wednesday 29 September 2021 from all buildings and establishments occupied by Government departments and affiliated agencies.