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Gov. Whitmer Lowers Flags In Honor of Former Congressman Dan Benishek

Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered Michigan and U.S. flags within the State Capitol Complex and on all state buildings to be lowered to half-staff on Saturday, Oct. 23 to honor the life and service of former Congressman Dan Benishek. The lowering of the flags coincides with his funeral.

“Our state mourns the passing of Congressman Dan Benishek,” said Gov. Whitmer. “Throughout his life, Dan put people first. As an elected official, Dan championed legislation that worked to protect our veterans, our men and women in uniform, and our precious lakeshores.”

Congressman Benishek was born in Iron River, MI in 1952. He served as Michigan’s 1st Congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2011-2017. He served as a physician in the Upper Peninsula before he served in Congress.

Congressman Benishek passed away Saturday, Oct. 15. He was 69-years-old.

The State of Michigan recognizes the leadership, determination and dedication of Congressman Benishek by lowering flags to half-staff. Businesses, schools, local governments and organizations in Michigan are encouraged to display the flag at half-staff.

Flags should be returned to full-staff on Sunday, Oct. 24.

 

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