Governor Walz Orders Flags Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of September 11
In observance of the 19th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, and in accordance with a proclamation issued by the President, Governor Tim Walz has ordered that all United States flags and Minnesota flags be flown at half-staff at all state and federal buildings in the State of Minnesota from sunrise until sunset. Individuals, businesses, and other organizations also are encouraged to join in lowering their flags in observance of the anniversary.
“September 11th is a solemn day of remembrance across the state of Minnesota,” said Governor Walz. “On the 19th anniversary, we lower our flags in honor of the Americans who were lost, who were injured, and who saved lives on that tragic day. We recognize the incredible heroism of our nation’s first responders and we reflect on the unwavering spirit of the American people ”
In respect for the victims of this tragedy, Governor Walz proclaimed Friday, September 11, 2020, to be Patriot Day and a Day of Service and Remembrance in the State of Minnesota. Governor Walz encourages all Minnesotans to observe the National Moment of Silence at 7:46 a.m. Central Daylight Time, and the Minnesota Department of Transportation will light the I-35W Bridge in Minneapolis with red, white, and blue.
The proclamation from Governor Walz reads as follows:
WHEREAS: September 11, 2020 marks the 19th anniversary of the terrorist attacks against the United States of America in which thousands of innocent people were killed, maimed, or injured; and
WHEREAS: Police officers, fire, and rescue personnel, other first responders, and American citizens demonstrated extraordinary bravery; and
WHEREAS: The people of Minnesota have set aside this day to honor, remember, and mourn the victims of this tragedy; and
WHEREAS: The Minnesota Department of Transportation will light the I-35W Bridge in Minneapolis with the red, white, and blue colors of the flag of the United States of America on Friday, September 11, 2020 in honor of victims of the attacks; and
WHEREAS: It is right and proper for all Minnesotans to observe a moment of silence beginning at 7:46 a.m. Central Daylight Time, to honor the innocent victims who perished as a result of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001; and
WHEREAS: President Donald J. Trump asks that the people of the United States honor and remember the victims of September 11, 2001, and their loved ones through prayer, contemplation, memorial services, the visiting of memorials, evening candlelight remembrance vigils, and other appropriate ceremonies and activities.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, TIM WALZ, Governor of Minnesota, do hereby proclaim Friday, September 11, 2020, as: PATRIOT DAY in the State of Minnesota, and order all United State flags and Minnesota flags to be flown at half -staff at all state and federal building in the State of Minnesota, from sunrise until sunset, on Friday, September 11, 2020, as a mark of respect for the victims of this tragedy.