LA State Order · Half-Staff
Flags at Half-Staff for Dolly Parton
August 26, 2026
Governor Jeff Landry of Louisiana issued an executive order to honor the passing of Dolly Parton, the iconic country music legend who died on August 25, 2026. Parton was an internationally celebrated singer, songwriter, actress, and philanthropist whose seven-decade career made an immeasurable impact on American culture and whose humanitarian work through the Imagination Library donated over 300 million books to children worldwide. The flags are lowered to half-staff as a mark of respect for her extraordinary contributions to music and her unwavering commitment to giving back to communities in need.
Flag protocol
United States and Louisiana flags shall be flown at half-staff over all state buildings and the Louisiana State Capitol.
Source: gov.louisiana.gov
This state order follows a presidential proclamation: Flags at Half-Staff for Dolly Parton.