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Conversion for Laymen
There has been some talk over the past several months about conversion. No, we are not talking about religion—we are talking about the Guard’s technician program. Section 1053 of the 2016 National Defense Authorization Act (Public Law 114-92), requires the SECDEF to report on how it will convert no less than 20 percent of the
Response to 60 Minutes Story on G-RAP
Problems related to the Army National Guard Recruiting Assistance Program (G-RAP) resulted in the largest criminal investigation in the US Army to date. However, the results of the investigation do not justify the means. On Sunday, May 22, 2016, CBS aired a story on its 60 Minutes news program regarding G-RAP problems and the investigation.
Scheduled 60 Minutes Story May Finally Shine Light on Army’s Runaway G-RAP Probe
WASHINGTON (May 20, 2016) — The Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States today released the following statement by Sgt. Maj. (ret) Frank Yoakum, the EANGUS Executive Director. The Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States, EANGUS, believes the unwarranted and baseless investigations by the Army’s Criminal Investigation Command
Further info on the Blended Retirement System
Keep in mind that this story focuses on only one aspect of the entire retirement reform language. In total, the reforms will provide more benefit to the National Guard than what was currently being made available. Financial experts are telling the Pentagon that the reformed military retirement plan would shortchange career service members, especially those
2016 Full Tuition Scholarships to Grand Canyon University for EANGUS – Auxiliary – Spouses – Dependents
Grand Canyon University has completed the online Scholarship Application form for EANGUS and will accept entries until June 30, 2016. The winners will be announced during the EANGUS Conference in New Orleans. You can apply today by clicking here. In honor of your commitment and dedication, GCU has developed the American Hero’s Scholarship* for our
Army Vice Chief of Staff supports National Guard losing Apaches, but says needs more flexible access to National Guard
The National Guard continues to be the target of doing more with less. While there is an effort to remove the Apaches from the National Guard, something that is adamantly opposed by the National Guard and this Association, there is also the call to use the National Guard more, improve flexibility in reach-back capability, and
National Guard Survey – Round 3
Soldiers, Airmen, and State Associations, We increased the number of surveys again last month and are close to 3,000. Please push this link out to your Association membership. The last day to take the survey is 04 MAR 2016. Here is the link for the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NationalGuardSurvey_2016 The website can be reached by cellphone, tablet
Survey on the future of the National Guard
Soldiers and Airmen, Looking for your quick help on our 2016 National Guard Survey being conducted by your fellow National Guardsmen and women. This survey has run annually and the results this year will be briefed directly to senior leadership of the National Guard. Your voice will have an impact on their decision making. Go to this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NationalGuardSurvey_2016 The website can
NGB Chief’s Holiday Message to Force
Gen. Frank J. Grass, the chief of the National Guard Bureau, released the following holiday message on Christmas Day: My Fellow Guardsmen, As we celebrate this holiday season and draw 2015 to a close, I extend my warmest greetings, deep gratitude and best wishes to our National Guard Soldiers and airmen and their families. Your