Governor Ferguson hereby directs that Washington State and United States flags at all state agency facilities be lowered to half-staff on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, in honor of former Supreme Court Justice Carolyn Dimmick, former Supreme Court Justice Richard Guy, and former Supreme Court Justice Charles Wiggins, each of whom passed away in 2025.
Flags should remain at half-staff until close of business or sunset on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Please notify all of your field offices and facilities around the state.
Other government entities, individuals, and businesses are encouraged to join this recognition.
The memorial ceremony will be held on May 13, 2026 at 10:00 am and can be viewed online at: https://tvw.org/watch/?eventID=2026051068.
Please email FlagDirectives@gov.wa.gov if you have any questions about this flag lowering.