Governor Inslee has directed flags at all state agency facilities be lowered to half-staff on Thursday, February 15, 2024, in honor of Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife's Scientific Technician, Mary Valentine, who died in the line of duty on Wednesday, January 24, 2024.
Flags should remain at half-staff until sunset or the close of business on Thursday, February 15, 2024.
Other government entities, businesses, & citizens are encouraged to join in this recognition.
Please email FlagRequests@gov.wa.gov if you have any questions about this flag lowering.