Patriot Day 2025, the 24th Anniversary of the September 11 Terrorist Attacks

In simple terms

This proclamation designates September 11, 2025 as Patriot Day to commemorate the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. It recounts the events of that day, honors the victims and first responders, and directs federal departments and agencies to fly flags at half-staff.

Federal Register Open PDF 90 FR 44761

Record & deadlines

Sep 11, 2025Signed
Signed by the President
Sep 16, 2025FR published
Published in the Federal Register · 90 FR 44761
Federal Register PDF
Sep 11, 2025
Federal departments, agencies, and instrumentalities to display flag at half-staff

Key directives

Display the flag of the United States at half-staff on September 11, 2025

Who is ordered

All departments, agencies, and instrumentalities of the United States · USG

What to expect

Immediate

Flag at half-staff directive takes effect September 11, 2025

Near term (90d)

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Long term

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Risks & tensions

Contains assertive foreign policy language ('peace through strength,' 'devastation and crushing defeat') but no operational policy directive; rhetorical framing may signal broader administration posture but does not create binding military or diplomatic obligations