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Acting Governor Scutari Directs the Lowering of U.S. and New Jersey Flags in Honor of State Senator Sandra Bolden Cunningham

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Added to The State & Nation: October 12, 2026

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TRENTON – Acting Governor Nicholas Scutari today signed Executive Order No. 27, ordering U.S. and New Jersey flags to fly at half-staff on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, in recognition and mourning of State Senator Sandra Bolden Cunningham. Senator Cunningham passed away on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at the age of 76. A trailblazing legislator and dedicated public servant, Senator Cunningham represented the 31st Legislative District for more than 16 years and served in several Senate leadership positions.

For a copy of Executive Order No. 27, click here.

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