Flags lowered on state buildings from sunrise to sunset December 14, 2025. Governor Lamont: 'This tragedy thirteen years ago is one of the worst to ever occur in Connecticut.' Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz: 'Thirteen years ago, Connecticut faced the most tragic day in our state’s history.' Announced December 12, 2025, in Hartford, CT.[3]

CT Flags Half-Staff Sandy Hook 13th Anniversary

Connecticut Flags at Half-Staff Sunday for 13th Sandy Hook Anniversary, Governor Lamont Orders

December 14, 2025 • 2 min read • sandy hook , connecticut

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Governor Ned Lamont directs U.S. and state flags to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on December 14, 2025, honoring 20 children and 6 educators killed 13 years ago at Sandy Hook Elementary.

Overview

Governor Ned Lamont has ordered U.S. and Connecticut flags to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Sunday, December 14, 2025, marking the 13th anniversary of the Sandy Hook Elementary School tragedy that claimed 20 children and 6 adults on December 14, 2012.[3]

Key Developments

Flags lowered on state buildings from sunrise to sunset December 14, 2025.
Governor Lamont: 'This tragedy thirteen years ago is one of the worst to ever occur in Connecticut.'
Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz: 'Thirteen years ago, Connecticut faced the most tragic day in our state’s history.'
Announced December 12, 2025, in Hartford, CT.[3]

Analysis

Factor	Current Status	Implications
Economic	No direct impact; statewide observance	Minimal disruption to businesses urged to comply
Political	Bipartisan call for remembrance	Renewed focus on school safety legislation
Social	Shared grief; call for kindness	Community events likely across Connecticut

Expert Reactions

Governor Lamont said: 'Let this anniversary serve as a reminder of the courage and strength of our school teachers and faculty.' Lt. Governor Bysiewicz added: 'In their memory, we continue to honor the innocent lives lost.'[3]

What's Next

Observance on December 14, 2025; email alerts for future flag orders available via state portal.[3]