Message from Assistant Director, Army National Guard (ARNG) Affairs
Dedicated to Army National Guard (ARNG) Soldiers: Welcome to the Association of the United States Army's (AUSA's) Army National Guard page. Since 1950, AUSA has worked to support all aspects of national security while advancing the interests of America's Army and the men and women who serve. Our purpose is to keep you informed on issues affecting ARNG officers and Soldiers. We appreciate any feedback you may have so please send any suggestions to ARNG@ausa.org.
AUSA's mission is to represent every American Soldier by being the voice for all components of America's Army, fostering public support of the Army's role in national security, and providing professional education and information programs.
What AUSA chapters do for the ARNG
AUSA's Texas Capital Area Chapter (1/21/2013) - was honored to participate in the Welcome Home Ceremonies of the 36th Infantry Division of the Texas Army National Guard at Camp Mabry in Austin, Texas. The chapter presented the 36 ID Commanding General – MG Eddy Spurgin a Certificate of Appreciation and medallion coin as he turned over command to MG James K. “Red” Brown. Furthermore, the chapter presented the division with a plaque and letter from the AUSA National Headquarters in Arlington, Virginia.
AUSA's GEN William C. Westmoreland Chapter (1/20/2012) - Retirement for BG Robert V. Fitch, Commander, Nevada Air National Guard was held at the Siena Hotel and Casino. The four hour event was filled with a "life" video, speakers relating BG Fitch's career, gifts by members of both the Air and Army National Guard, and a captivating finale by BG Fitch. Chapter members present were President LTC Sharlee Smith, BG Doug Byington, Rick Catlin, and more.
Latest ARNG News
Partnership benefits New Hampshire Guard, El Salvador, SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador (2/2/12) – New Hamsphire Guard senior leaders recently spent several days here meeting with key military leaders to strengthen the state and nation’s pairing in the National Guard State Partnership Program. Click here to see more.
Afghanistan: Soldiers humbled by Missouri adjutant general's visit NANGARHAR PROVINCE, Afghanistan (1/31/12) – The commander of the Missouri National Guard spent some time during the holiday season to visit the Missouri Agribusiness Development Team V at Forward Operating Base Finely-Shields, Dec. 29. To see more click here.
Former PA Guard adjutant general, three others nominated for top Defense Department posts WASHINGTON (1/24/12) -- President Barack Obama on Monday announced he will nominate four people to fill key Defense Department posts - including the former adjutant general of the Pennsylvania National Guard as assistant secretary of defense for reserve affairs. To see more click here.
What AUSA does for ARNG
Advocates through letters, news releases, electronic newsletters, and resolutions:
DOD BUDGET CHOICES TARGET MILITARY BENEFITS (AUSA's Legislative Update dated January 30, 2012) -- On Thursday, the Department of Defense announced the broad outline of its plan to reduce its budget in response the the national fiscal crisis. While AUSA understands that in the era of fiscal crisis, all must contribute to solutions, we will fight proposals that target military personnel pay and retiree benefits. Click here to see more.
"Defense Cutbacks Worry Some Families," (AUSA's Family Programs Newsletter dated January 30, 2012) -- Partially as a result of our economic realities; numerous Soldiers leaving the military are realizing they are also out of a job. The move to withdraw troops from Iraq and Afghanistan and potentially cut military spending significantly over the next 10 years is translating into financial worries for many military families. Click here to see more.
"New Family Programs Director at AUSA,"(AUSA's Family Programs Newsletter dated January 23, 2012) -- “It is an honor to introduce myself as the new AUSA Director of Family Programs. As an Army spouse of 32 years and a longtime advocate for Army families, I have had the privilege of witnessing, first-hand, the strength and fortitude Army families have shown during very challenging times. I'm looking forward to this new role as an opportunity to contribute to your resilience and to be your voice in the Association,” Ms. Patty Barron. To see more click here.
Message from the President, AUSA -- "Army Aviation, Today and Tomorrow." Click here to see more.
AUSA's Resolutions for 2012 -- click here to see more.