Gov. Beshear orders flags to half-staff in honor of former Gov. Martha Layne Collins
FRANKFORT, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Governor Andy Beshear has ordered flags at all state office buildings to be lowered to half-staff in honor of former Kentucky Governor Martha Layne Collins, who passed away Saturday at the age of 88.
According to a release from the Governor’s Office, Collins served as the 56th Governor of Kentucky from 1983 to 1987 and remains the only woman to have held the state’s highest office. Before her term as governor, she served as lieutenant governor from 1979 to 1983.
In a statement, Gov. Beshear praised Collins for her leadership and her lasting impact on the commonwealth.
“Former Gov. Martha Layne Collins was a powerhouse, transforming our commonwealth through major accomplishments like bringing Toyota to our state for its first U.S. site,” Beshear said. “She created a foundation for us to build a strong future upon, and her legacy will continue to benefit Kentucky families for generations. Let’s remember to send up a thank you with our prayers as we remember a remarkable leader who made an undeniable difference in our state.”
Gov. Beshear’s order directs flags to remain at half-staff until sunset on the day of interment. Funeral arrangements for Collins have not yet been announced.
