Flags at half staff in memory of former Justice Hill

Gov. Rick Perry (photo) orders Flags at half-staff in memory of former Chief Justice John L. Hill Jr.

AUSTIN – Gov. Rick Perry today directed that flags be flown at half-staff in memory of John L. Hill Jr., former Chief Justice of the Texas Supreme Court.

“We will lower our flags in remembrance of an influential Texan, who exemplified leadership and true public service as the first person in Texas history to serve as Secretary of State, Attorney General and Chief Justice,” Perry said. “Anita and I extend prayers of comfort to Chief Justice Hill’s family during their time of grief.”

The governor’s directive applies to all U.S. and Texas flags under the control of the state. Flags will be lowered immediately to half-staff on the state Capitol building and on flag displays in the Capitol complex, and upon all state buildings, grounds, and facilities throughout the state until sunset on Saturday, July 14, 2007.

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