The American flag and other national symbols - USAGov
When should you fly the U.S. flag at half-staff? Know the guidelines for displaying the flag, and learn about other national symbols.
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The U.S. flag is subject to guidelines from the U.S. government about display, half-staff, and etiquette. For half-staff or special display, official proclamations or orders are typically issued by the federal government or state authorities and are widely reported when active. For the most current status, check official sources such as usflag.org or the White House proclamations, as well as major news outlets reporting on any new half-staff orders or flag-related commemorations.[6][7]
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Recent public-facing updates often involve: new flag-related stamps or insignia issued by the Postal Service, notable flag display events, or commemorations tied to national milestones. For example, USPS has periodically released new U.S. flag stamps and covered ceremonies announcing them.[4]
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Visual and symbolic updates about the flag can appear in coverage of national anniversaries, flag restoration or conservation efforts, and media pieces highlighting flag symbolism in moments of national significance. For instance, coverage of large-scale flag displays or flag-care initiatives around patriotic holidays is common.[3]
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