Death of Arlen Specter

Impact dates

1. Date TBD

   Flag half-staff order takes effect on day of Arlen Specter's interment until sunset

Key directives

• Flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff on the day of Arlen Specter's interment until sunset at the White House, all public buildings and grounds, all military posts and naval stations, all naval vessels of the Federal Government in DC and throughout the US and its Territories and possessions
• Flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same period at all US embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations

Timeline

Risks & tensions

• Interment date not specified in proclamation, creating implementation uncertainty for responsible parties