Kankakee, IL – Flags across Illinois and nationwide are being flown at half-staff in honor of former U.S. Vice President Richard “Dick” Cheney, who passed away this week, according to local officials and federal flag code guidelines. Cheney served as the 46th Vice President of the United States under President George W. Bush from 2001 to 2009.
According to the U.S. Flag Code (Title 4, Chapter 1, Section 7), flags are to be flown at half-staff for 10 days following the death of a Vice President. Local government buildings, schools, and federal offices will participate in the observance.
The official date of Cheney’s interment has not yet been determined. Flags will remain at half-staff through the date of burial, after which they will return to full-staff.
Residents are encouraged to observe the tribute by lowering flags on private property as a sign of respect.
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