The order comes as the nation mourns the loss of former President Jimmy Carter, which prompted flags to be flown at half-staff for 30 days after his death.

Eight states have ordered flags raised for Inauguration Day, even though it is customary to keep them lowered for 30 days after a president's death

Several states that confirmed that flags will be raised on Inauguration Day, despite the mourning period following former President Jimmy Carter's death. After a former president dies, federal flag code dictates that flags should be flown at half-staff for 30 days out of respect.