Why flags will be lowered on Wednesday

Laura McMillan

May 13, 2024 at 12:37 PM·1 min read

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WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — On Wednesday, the American flag will be flown from sunup to sundown at half-staff to honor Peace Officers Memorial Day.

It is one of two days that federal law requires American flags to be lowered to half-staff. The other is Memorial Day.

Peace Officers Memorial Day is held on May 15 each year. It is a day set aside for honoring local, state and federal peace officers who have died or been disabled in the line of duty.

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“Kansas peace officers put their lives on the line daily to serve our communities,” Governor Laura Kelly said in a news release. “Peace Officers Memorial Day serves as a time to recognize their sacrifices. Their courage and commitment will never be forgotten.”

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