On March 7, 2025, Gov. Kim Reynolds ordered all flags in Iowa to be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Saturday, March 8, 2025, in honor and remembrance of former Iowa Attorney General Evan “Curly” Hultman.  

Hultman enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1943 and fought for his country during World War II. He remained in the Army Reserve for a half-century, rising to the rank of major general in 1980. Hultman was awarded the Army’s Distinguished Service Medal in 1984 and the U.S. Secretary of Defense Distinguished Public Service Medal in 1994.  

Following active duty, Hultman attained his law degree from the University of Iowa and was elected Iowa attorney general in 1960. He also served as a U.S. district attorney under three presidencies. 

“Curly was an extraordinary Iowan and a highly decorated World War II veteran who dedicated himself to serving our country as a soldier and serving our state as a public servant,” Gov. Reynolds said. “After a long career in law, Curly supported his fellow war veterans by raising funds for numerous veteran programs and causes. Curly was a great man who will be missed dearly. Kevin and I are keeping his family in our thoughts and prayers.”  

Flags will be at half-staff on the State Capitol Building and on flag displays in the Capitol Complex. Flags will also be at half-staff on all public buildings, grounds and facilities throughout the state. 

Individuals, businesses, schools, municipalities, counties and other government subdivisions are encouraged to fly the flag at half-staff for the same length of time as a sign of respect.