AUSTIN, TX – Governor Greg Abbott has ordered all flags at the Texas Capitol and state buildings to be raised to full-staff on January 20, 2025, in honor of Inauguration Day. In a press release, the Governor noted that directive aligns with federal guidelines specifying that the U.S. flag should be displayed on January 20 to commemorate the occasion.
The Governor noted that flags have been at half-staff to honor the passing of former President Jimmy Carter, as required for 30 days. On January 20, the United States will inaugurate the 47th President, Donald J. Trump. Governor Abbott stated that raising flags to full-staff reflects the nation’s celebration of its democratic tradition of transferring power to a new president.
