Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #237 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Thurs., Aug. 29, 2024, in honor of former Wisconsin State Rep. James Soletski, who passed away on Tues., Aug. 20, 2024, at the age of 75.

“A lifelong Wisconsinite, Representative Soletski was dedicated to serving others and the greater Green Bay area,” said Gov. Evers. “Kathy and I send our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and neighbors during this time of mourning.”

Former Rep. Soletski grew up in New Franken and was a graduate of Preble High School and the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. In 2006, after a career of more than 20 years in the energy industry, Rep. Soletski was elected to the Wisconsin State Assembly, where he served for two terms representing the 88th Assembly District. During his time in the Wisconsin State Assembly, Rep. Soletski served as chairperson of the Energy and Utilities Committee, as well as vice-chairperson of the Elections and Campaign Reform Committee and the Consumer Protection Committee.

Services for former Rep. Soletski will be held on Thurs., Aug. 29, 2024, in Green Bay.

Executive Order #237 will be in effect from sunrise to sunset on Thurs., Aug. 29, 2024.