TO: Brian Fienemann, Director of Real Estate Management and Development
FROM: Governor Ron DeSantis
DATE:  Tuesday, January 14, 2025
RE: Inauguration Day Flag Order, January 20, 2025 

Inauguration day is an important tradition of our Republic where Americans come together to celebrate the peaceful transition of power between presidents. It represents a season of new hope and limitless potential for America’s future. 

In light of the importance of this day, and on this patriotic occasion, I hereby order all flags to be raised to full-staff at the Florida Capitol and across all state buildings, installations, and grounds for the inauguration of the 47th President of the United States, Donald J. Trump. 

On this unique occasion, where we simultaneously celebrate the service of an incoming president and commend the service of a former president, our nation’s flag will be prominently displayed at full-staff to honor the tradition of our founding fathers and the sacrifices made by those who have served to ensure the torch of liberty continues to burn strong. 

The following day, on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, all flags at state buildings, installations, and grounds across the State of Florida will once again be lowered to half-staff to honor President Carter’s service per the ongoing Presidential Proclamation issued December 29, 2024.  

To view the letter from Governor DeSantis, click here.