Schools and State Offices Open Friday June 11

June 7, 2004 - President Bush's executive order closing federal government offices out of respect for the passing of former President Ronald Reagan will not effect school districts and other state agencies.

Governor Gary Locke today determined that Friday, June 11 will not be a state holiday, as extending a holiday to all state workers would require action by the legislature.

The president also directed all agencies to fly flags at half-staff for a 30 day period, until July 6, in remembrance of the passing of former president Reagan.