Governor Greg Abbott has directed that all flags at Texas state buildings be flown at full staff on Monday, January 20, in recognition of President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration. This decision comes amid the ongoing 30-day national mourning period for former President Jimmy Carter, who passed away on December 29, 2024, at the age of 100.

Abbott referred to a provision in the U.S. Code stating that flags should be displayed “especially” on significant days such as Inauguration Day. Explaining his decision, Abbott described the move as a way to celebrate “the service of an incoming President and the bright future ahead for the United States of America.”

Abbott’s decision underscores the significance of Inauguration Day as a moment of renewal and national focus, even as the nation reflects on the contributions of a former leader. By raising flags for the swearing-in of the 47th president, Texas seeks to balance commemoration with celebration.