2019 NGAT Fall News

Founded 1959 | Volume 60 | Number 3 | Fall 2019

O F F I C I A L P U B L I C AT I O N O F T H E N AT I O N A L G U A R D A S S O C I AT I O N O F T E X A S

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2019-2020 Board of Directors President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

President-Elect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Vice-President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Secretary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Treasurer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Joint Forces HQs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

71st Troop Command . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

36th ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

72nd IBCT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

56th IBCT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

56th IBCT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

36th Sustainment Bde . . . . . . . . . . . . .

36th CAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

176th Engr Bde . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

71st EMIB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

136th MEB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

HQ, TANG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

149th FW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

147th ATKW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

136th AW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Retired Rep – Region I . . . . . . . . . . . .

Retired Rep – Region II . . . . . . . . . . . .

Retired Rep – Region III . . . . . . . . . . .

Family Readiness Rep . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Executive Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Priscilla Leger Christopher McKeag Bruce Robison Michael Wolff Mireya Cruz Rodney Kelley Mike Crummedyo Mireya Cruz Dave Moulton James Crady Clinton Petty Samantha Lewis Norman Lloyd Toby Mendoza Jeff Basa George Hurd Bruce Robison Chip Cranon Kyle Ames Michael Wolff Jeanne Arnold Donna Balderston Quentin Kimble Shandra Sponsler Marvin Harris

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Editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Theresa Billeck-Zuniga Graphic Designer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Terri Sheets Publisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Aus-Tex Printing & Mailing

NGAT News Magazine (Articles & Photos): ngatnews@ngat.org

NGAT Holiday Open House

NGATEF Scholarships

6-8 NGAT Conference Information

9 NGAT Conference Registration 10 Key Leadership Update 11 NGAT Membership Contest 12-13 Duty | Honor | Texas

14 Legal Update

15 3rd Annual NGAT Bat Cruise

HALL OF HONOR

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: Marvin Harris – mharris@ngat.org

DEPUTY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: Theresa Billeck-Zuniga – tbz@ngat.org INSURANCE DIRECTOR: Kathy Gallatin – insurance@ngat.org NGAT News (usps 015-752) published quarterly by the National Guard Association of Texas, 3706 Crawford Avenue, Austin, Texas 78731-6308.

NGAT Home Page: www.ngat.org

NGAT Conference Letter

NGAT NEWS: 3706 Crawford Ave Austin, TX 78731 512-454-7300 1-800-252-NGAT (6428)

President’s Report

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Changes are Coming to NGAT Hall of Honor NGAT Wins Awards at EANGUS NGAUS Conference Recap 36th ID Arrowhead Scramble Happy Halloween TAPS | Corporate Sponsors NGAT Planning Calendar

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Periodicals postage paid at Austin, Texas 78710 and additional offices.

POSTMASTER SEND ADDRESS CHANGES TO: NGAT News, 3706 Crawford Avenue, Austin, Texas 78731-6308 MEMBERS MAY EMAIL ADDRESS CHANGES TO: membership@ngat.org

ON THE COVER: NGAT Members enjoy the sights on the 3rd Annual NGAT Bat Cruise on Lady Bird Lake in Austin, Texas. Pictured L-R: Rhaiza Ruiz, CCMSgt (Ret) Priscilla Leger (NGAT President), MAJ Wes Stots, CW4 Jose Luna, LTC (Ret) Marvin Harris (NGAT Executive Director and Capt Jose Ruiz.

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PRESIDENT’S REPORT NGAT MEMBERS, Summer is now behind us and the holiday season is quickly approaching. We all have a lot to be thankful for and I wish you the best throughout the holidays. Make plans to attend the NGAT Annual Holiday Open House on Tuesday, December 17, 2019 from 10:30 am to 1:00 pm at the NGAT Office.

Our 3rd Annual Bat Cruise on August 16 was, again, a big hit. A lot of fellowship and a great time was had by all who attended.

The NGAT staff is in the final stages of configuring our new association management system and website that will greatly enhance our membership. I can’t thank our staff and SMSgt Michael Wolff enough for all the extra effort they have put into this program.

Make sure NGAT has your current email address and home address so you won’t miss all the coming changes.

NGAT will play host to the EANGUS Area IV Mid-Winter Annual Meeting in Austin, January 17-18, 2020. This is an excellent opportunity to meet EANGUS members from our region and find out more about what EANGUS does for our organization.

Our conference theme this year is “Unleash the Power from Within.”

Within NGAT we have so many talented military professionals who we would like to share their talents with you. The Annual Conference preparations continue to move along. We are excited to have the 2020 Conference in Irving, Texas. The Westin Hotels is brand new and the Convention Center is within walking distance along with many other shops and restaurants. Our guest speaker will be CSM John Sampa — a Texas Guardsman who was selected as the 12th Command Sergeant Major of the Army National Guard. Be sure to save the dates on your calendar.

Our committees continue to meet at our quarterly Board Meetings to follow up on program processes and commitments. Our Bylaws committee has almost completed their in-depth review of our current bylaws. NGAT will be recommending changes to our bylaws in the near future. These changes will allow us to keep current and improve our processes. More to come…

Your Board of Directors and staff continue to promote membership and support our members, but we can’t do it alone. Get involved by participating in our membership contest and make some cash for yourself or your unit. See page 11 for all the details. We appreciate your support and continued encouragement as we move forward. We encourage everyone to stay active and forward any recommendations you may have on how we can better serve you.

Watch the NGAT Website and App for information about all the happening within the Association. Hope to see you all soon.

Stay safe and have a blessed Thanksgiving and Christmas. H

Priscilla Leger, CCM, Retired NGAT President

p.s. Don’t forget to Email ngatnews@ngat.org with photos and articles about your unit or individuals so we can share it in our magazine!

NGAT Welcomes Cw4 (Ret) Terri Marshall to the Staff CW4 (Ret) Marshall was born and raised in Michigan, graduating from Eaton Rapids High School in 1982. Went to Ferris State University after graduating from high school but the military was calling her name. In September 1983 she joined the Michigan Army National Guard as a Private and 71L, Army Administrative Specialist. Transferred to the Texas Army National Guard in October 1986 in the Active Guard Reserve (AGR) program working in the Personnel Records Center. She made the rank of Sergeant First Class (SFC) before being commissioned as a Human Resource Warrant Officer One (WO1) in November 2002.

Some of her military awards include the Legion of Merit, Meritorious Unit Commendation, Meritorious Service Medal (2), Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal (3), Iraq Campaign Medal w/Two Campaign Stars, Army Superior Unit Award, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Non-Commissioned Officer Professional Development 4 | N a t i o n a l G u a r d A s s o c i a t i o n o f Te x a s

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Ribbon (3), Good Conduct Medal (6), Army Service Ribbon and Overseas Service Ribbon.

CW4 (Ret) Marshall retired on Oct 31, 2016 from the Texas Army National Guard with 33 years of service. She resides in Liberty Hill, Texas with her husband CW4 (RET) TERRI MARSHALL began Greg of 25 years. They have two sons, working at NGAT on October 1, 2019 as our Office Assistant.

Kyle and Justin. CW4 (Ret) Marshall is a Lifetime Member of the National Guard Association of Texas, Lifetime Member of the United States Army Warrant Officer Association, Lifetime Member of the Reserve Officer Association and Lifetime Member of the National Guard Association of the United States. H

Join us for our Annual NGAT Holiday Open House Tuesday, December 17, 2019 1030 - 1300 NGAT Office 3706 Crawford Avenue Austin, XT 78731 Come enjoy our famous tamales and vote for your favorite chili in our 3rd Annual Chili Cookoff.

For more information call 512-454-7300 or email membership@ngat.org.

Bring a canned or nonperishable food item to donate to the Central Texas Food Bank.

NGATEF Scholarship Applications Now Being Accepted The National Guard Association of Texas Educational Foundation (NGATEF) announces its annual scholarship competition. Educational grants for attendance at colleges or universities will be awarded to active and life members of the National Guard Association of Texas and/or their spouses, sons or daughters. The foundation will award multiple educational grants of various amounts ranging from $500 to $5,000.

High school seniors, college undergraduates and graduate students will be considered for these educational grants.

• S cholarship available for a NGAT member currently serving in the Texas State Guard or a spouse/child of a NGAT member currently serving in the Texas State Guard.

• S cholarships available to a NGAT Member currently serving in the Texas Army or Air National Guard •A ll applicants must be an Annual or Life Member of NGAT or the spouse, son or daughter of an Annual or Life Member of NGAT.

Two scholarships have very specific requirements, so if you meet these requirements we encourage you to apply for NGATEF scholarships.

Deadline for submission of scholarship applications is February 14, 2020. Visit http://www.ngat.org/education.htm to download the scholarship application. H F a l l 2 0 1 9 H N a t i o n a l G u a r d A s s o c i a t i o n o f Te x a s |

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Thursday, March 26, 2020 • Defense Symposium

Friday, March 27, 2020

• NGAT Educational Foundation Golf Tournament • Fun Run/Walk • License to Carry Training • NGAT Wine Tasting • Trade Show/Silent Auction • NGAT Welcome Party: Karaoke/Game Night • Cornhole Tournament • Hospitality Room Contest

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61st Annual NGAT Conference March 26-29, 2020 Irving Convention Center

Saturday, March 28, 2020 • NGAT Business Session • NGAT General Session • Trade Show/Silent Auction • Lunch with Exhibitors • Spouses/Retirees Lunch • Breakout Session • NGAT Awards Banquet with Guest Speaker CSM John Sampa

Sunday, March 29, 2020 • NGAT Prayer Breakfast

Silent Auction Donations being accepted at the NGAT Office.

NGAT Welcome Party

Karaoke Contest

Game Night

1st Place – $100 CASH

Cornhole Tournament

2nd Place – $50 Amazon Gift Card

Jenga

3rd Place – $25 Amazon Gift Card

Dominos

Across the street from the Westin Hotel

Cards

March 27, 2020 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Connect Four

NGAT Wine Tasting Nosh & Bottle Toyota Music Factory

Wine – Food – Fun BRING A FRIEND!

Additional wine and food available for purchase

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NGAT Education Foundation

GOLF TOURNAMENT

March 27, 2020 | Bear Creek Golf Club Shotgun Start Florida scramble with low net/low gross competition Help us raise funds for the NGAT Educational Foundation Scholarship Program $95.00 per player Includes green fees, cart, breakfast, lunch, goodie bags and prizes Individual or Team Registrations Available

NGAT Awards Dinner Guest Speaker — Command Sergeant Major John F. Sampa Command Sergeant Major John F. Sampa was appointed as the Command Sergeant Major of the Army National Guard on February 15, 2018.

He joined the United States Army on April 30, 1987 and has served in the Army National Guard and the United States Army for more than 30 years. He completed basic training as a Tank Armored Crewman at Fort Knox Army Post in Fort Knox, Kentucky. CSM Sampa was promoted to the rank of Sergeant Major on April 8, 2009. Prior to becoming the Command Sergeant Major of the Army National Guard, CSM Sampa served as the Senior Enlisted Leader for the Texas Military Department from March 2017 to February 2018. CSM Sampa was previously the Command Sergeant Major for the 36th Infantry Division for more than three years, from December 2013 to March 2017. CSM Sampa has been mobilized for combat duty three times and deployed overseas for combat operations in Bosnia from August 1999 to October 2000, Iraq from July 2004 to August 2006, and Iraq again from July 2009 to November 2010.

CSM Sampa’s military and civilian education includes all levels of the Noncommissioned Officer Education System. He is a graduate of the U.S. Army Sergeants Major Academy. CSM Sampa is also a graduate of the Texas Highway Patrol Academy.

Command Sergeant Major Sampa has been awarded numerous awards and decorations including the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star Medal, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal (4th award), Air Force Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal (2nd award), Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal (2nd award), Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal w/Campaign Star, Army Service Ribbon, NATO Medal and the Combat Action Badge.

Command Sergeant Major Sampa has been employed with the Texas Department of Public Safety in the Highway Patrol Division for 23 years in concurrence with his military service. CSM Sampa currently holds his position as a Commercial Vehicle Enforcement State Trooper for the Texas Highway Patrol.

CSM Sampa and his wife of 26 years Carlette have one son John, and one daughter Julia. He is a Life Member of the National Guard Association of Texas and the Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States. H F a l l 2 0 1 9 H N a t i o n a l G u a r d A s s o c i a t i o n o f Te x a s |

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The 61st Annual NGAT Conference will be held March 26-29, 2020 at the Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas in Irving, Texas.

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Registration

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(ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN) All attendees must pay the registration fee.

• Registration fee is $15.00 per NGAT member/guest and $30 for a non-NGAT member/guest.

Meal Packages

• NGAT Life Member/Guest Meal Package & Registration fee is $150.

• NGAT Annual Member/Guest Meal Package & Registration fee is $160.

• Non-NGAT Member/Guest Meal Package & Registration fee is $175.

(The deadline for online meal packages is March 18, 2020) • A $20 late fee will be added to all registrations received after March 11, 2020.

• All cancellation requests must be received prior to February 12, 2020

Hotel

Westin Hotels & Resorts, 400 West Las Colinas Boulevard, Irving, Texas 75039 • Make your reservations directly with the hotel at: 1-972-505-2900.

Make sure to identify yourself as a member of the National Guard Association of Texas.

• Attendee Hotel rate: $145 single/double plus tax per night.

• Hotel reservations can also be made online at the NGAT website.

(NGAT cannot guarantee rooms after March 4, 2020)

Attire

• NGAT Business Session: Business Casual • NGAT Banquet: Army – Class A/Service Dress/Mess Dress; Air – Mess Dress/Service Dress. Civilians – Business Suit/Evening Formal Wear.

Spouses – After-Five Attire.

Conference Optional Events

Golf Tournament at Bear Creek Golf Club — Shotgun, Florida scramble with low net/low gross competition. The golf tournament is open to both registered and non-registered attendees of the conference. Registration includes green fee, cart, breakfast tacos, lunch and award. Tournament benefits the NGAT Educational Foundation.

The annual 5K Fun Run/Walk — Come enjoy a leisure run/walk along Lake Carolyn on Friday morning. The registration fee includes a t-shirt, award medals and refreshments.

17th Annual Silent Auction — Bid on over 200 auction items and take advantage of some great bargains on gift baskets, jewelry, weekend getaways, and tickets to music, sports and other entertainment venues. Donations for the auction are always accepted at the NGAT office and on site.

Wine Tasting — Sip, savor, relax and enjoy some exquisite wines at our wine tasting at the Nosh & Bottle Market.

Welcome Party — The Welcome Party reception menu includes Salad, Chicken Fried Chicken, Blackened Catfish, Potato’s, Green Beans, Biscuits, Desserts and ice-cold refreshments. Come enjoy our Karaoke/Game Night. You don’t want to miss the hidden talent within this organization.

Enter in the Karaoke Contest or the Cornhole tournament and have some fun playing Giant Jenga, Giant Connect Four, Beer Pong, dominos, cards and so much more. Come prepared to eat some great food and have a fun-filled night of networking and socializing with friends.

Spouse Luncheon — Enjoy a leisurely lunch, social activities and prizes.

Saturday Awards Banquet — This year’s dinner speaker is Command Sergeant Major of the Army National Guard, CSM John F. Sampa.

NGAT will also present the Minuteman award. After dinner, guests will have the opportunity to visit hospitality suites.

Hospitality Suites — Will be located in the Westin Hotels & Resorts.

Units will compete for the “Best Themed Hospitality Suite” award.

NGAT Prayer Breakfast — Close out the conference with a delicious breakfast, fellowship and prayer on Sunday morning.

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61st Annual NGAT Conference | March 26-29, 2020 | Irving Convention Center | Las Colinas Westin Hotel 61th Annual NGAT Conference

Please Check:

o Army

o Retired Army

o Spouse

o Guest

March 26-29, 2020 Irving Convention Center Las Colinas - Westin Hotel

Conference Registration Form

o Air

o Retired Air

o State Guard

o NGAT Life Member o NGAT Annual Member

Rank:_______________________ Name:_______________________________________________________________________ Unit:_______________________________________ Civilian Email Address:___________________________________________ Home Address:_____________________________________________ Daytime Phone:(____)______________________________ City/State:_____________________________ Zip:________________ Cell:(____)_______________________________________ Badge Name:_________________________________ Spouse/Guest Name:___________________________Rank: ____________

Membership Dues

The unit you wish to sit with at the Dinner:________________________________________________________________________ Please indicate any special needs (i.e. disability, dietary, etc.) _______________________________________________________ SUBTOTAL

Renew Your NGAT Membership Dues o Renew my NGAT Membership - NGAT Dues Renewal also available online E1-E6: $15

E7-O/CW3: $20

O/CW4-O/CW5: $25

O6-O8: $30

Associate/Retired: $20

o NGAT Life Membership - Become a life member today for $100.00 Referred by: Choose Your Meal Package

$100 ea

NGAT Life Member/Guest Meal Package (Includes Registration Fee, General Sessions, Exhibits, Breakouts,

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$150 ea x

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Saturday Lunch Only Package (Includes Registration Fee, General Sessions, Exhibits, Breakouts, Saturday Lunch)

$45 ea x

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Saturday Dinner Only Package (Includes Registration Fee, General Sessions, Exhibits, Breakouts, Saturday Dinner) o Attendee o Spouse/Guest

$75 ea x $130 ea

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$15 ea $30 ea

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Welcome Party, Sat Lunch, Sat Dinner and Sun Prayer Breakfast)

Please select Lunch: LE - Lunch w/Exhibitors, RL - Retiree Lunch, SL - Spouses Lunch & Sunday Prayer Breakfast

o NGAT LM (circle lunch) LE RL SL (Will you attend the Prayer Breakfast) Yes No o NGAT LM Spouse/Guest (circle lunch) LE RL SL (Will you attend the Prayer Breakfast) Yes No

NGAT Annual Member/Guest Meal Package (Includes Registration Fee, General Sessions, Exhibits, Breakouts,

Conference Registration

Welcome Party, Sat Lunch and Sat Dinner) Please select Lunch: LE - Lunch w/Exhibitors, RL - Retiree Lunch, SL - Spouses Lunch

o NGAT Annual Member (circle lunch) LE RL SL o NGAT Annual Member Spouse/Guest (circle lunch) LE RL SL

Non-NGAT Member/Guest Meal Package (Includes Registration Fee, General Sessions, Exhibits, Breakouts, Welcome

Party, Sat Lunch and Sat Dinner) Please select Lunch: LE - Lunch w/Exhibitors RL - Retiree Lunch SL - Spouses Lunch

o Non-NGAT Annual Member (circle lunch) LE RL SL o Non-NGAT Annual Member Spouse/Guest (circle lunch) LE RL SL

Friday Welcome Party Only

(Includes Registration Fee, General Sessions, Exhibits, Breakouts, Welcome Party)

o Spouse/Guest

o Attendee

Please select Lunch: LE - Lunch w/Exhibitors RL - Retiree Lunch SL - Spouses Lunch o Attendee (circle one) LE RL SL o Spouse/Guest (circle one) LE RL SL

Friday Welcome Party & Sat Dinner

(Includes Registration Fee, General Session, Exhibits. Breakouts, Welcome Party &

Saturday Dinner)

Jr Enlisted Package (E1-E6 only)

o Attendee

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o Spouse/Guest

(One full Conference Registrations that includes, Registration Fee, General Sessions,

Exhibits, Breakouts, Welcome Party, Sat Lunch, Sat Dinner, and two night stay at the Westin Hotel) (NGAT will book the hotel room)

Please select Lunch: LE - Lunch w/Exhibitors RL - Retiree Lunch SL - Spouses Lunch o Jr Enl Member (circle lunch) LE RL SL Hotel Room o King o Double

Add a Guest to your Jr Enlisted Package

o Jr Enl Member Spouse/Guest (circle lunch) LE RL SL o Basic o

NGAT Member/Guest Registration Fee Basic NGAT Non-Member/Guest Registration Fee

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(Basic Registrations includes: Registration Fee, General Sessions, Exhibits and Breakouts)

You must pay basic registration to attend Optional Events

Optional Events

$____________

NGAT Educational Foundation Golf Tournament (Fri) Names of Golf Team: _________________________

o Attendee Handicap ____ o Spouse/Guest Handicap ____

$95 ea

$____________

o Spouse/Guest

$20 ea

$____________ $____________

(Tournament Includes: Green Fees, Cart, Breakfast, Lunch and Awards)

Fun Run/Walk

(Fri) 0730 - 0900 Please select T-Shirt Size:

o Attendee S M L XL XXL

S M L XL XXL

License to Carry Certification (Fri) 0800 - 1200

o Attendee

o Spouse/Guest

Free

Wine Tasting Sunday Prayer Breakfast

o Attendee o Attendee

o Spouse/Guest o Spouse/Guest

$30 ea $30 ea

(Fri) 1100 - 1230 (Sun) 0800 - 0900

I would like to donate to: (Circle One) o Check Enclosed (Please make check payable to NGAT) NGAT Educational Foundation Texas National Guard Foundation Charge my: o MasterCard o Visa Expiration Date: ____________ SubTotal: Card #: ____________________________________ Add $20.00 late fee after Mar 11 CC Security Code: _______ CC Billing Address Zip Code: _______ Total (Check): Name of Cardholder:___________________________________________ Credit Card Handling Fee (Add 5%): Signature of Cardholder: _______________________________________ Total (Credit Card): ONLINE REGISTRATION AVAILABLE AT WWW.NGAT.ORG For Assistance Call 512-454-7300

$____________ $____________ $____________ $____________ $____________ $____________ $____________ $____________

ONSITE REGISTRATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED AFTER MARCH 18, 2020

Mail to: NGAT, 3706 Crawford Ave, Austin, TX 78731

Fax: (512) 467-6803

Email: membership@ngat.org

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COL John “Mike” Wallace Chief of the Joint Staff for the Texas Military Department

Col Megan Erickson Vice Commander 149th Fighter Wing

COL Max H. Krupp Commander Special Operations Detachment Africa (Airborne)

COL Carrie Perez Commander 36th Sustainment Brigade

COL Darren P. Fitz Gerald Chief of Staff Texas State Guard

LTC (P) Sean M. Vieira Commander 71st Theater Information Operations Group

LTC Michael Ford Commander 372nd Combat Sustainment Support Battalion

LTC Brent Kemp Commander 3-144th Infantry Battalion

MAJ (P) Rodney Kelley Commander 3-141st Infantry Battalion

CSM Charles Turbeville Senior Enlisted Advisor Texas State Guard

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NGAT Membership Drive Contest

Earn some cash for yourself or for your unit!

Be a professional and join the Texas National Guard’s Professional Association (NGAT)! We challenge you or your unit to sign up as many new members as possible to NGAT from October 15 through March 1, 2020. The membership drive is designed as a competitive way to gain new members in NGAT and to also increase NGAT’s voice at the national level. This contest provides motivated members or units with cash prizes!

First Place — $500 Awarded to individual or unit who recruits the highest number of new NGAT Members

Second Place — $300 Awarded to individual or unit who recruits the second highest number of new NGAT Members

Third Place — $200 Awarded to individual or unit who recruits the third highest number of new NGAT Members

Honorable Mention — $100 Amazon Gift Card Awarded to individual or unit with the most renewals of current or former NGAT members

Winners will be announced and prizes awarded during the 2020 NGAT Conference in Irving, Texas.

SEE THE NGAT WEBSITE FOR CONTEST RULES.

WHY JOIN? • Have a voice! NGAT is an advocate on your behalf regarding Texas Guard issues.

• Networking — It’s not just who you know (but it kind of is) • Get Involved — Serve on a committee • Because professionals belong to Professional Associations • Stay connected with Guard members through your Association • Members-only discounts • NGAT News Magazine • Educational scholarships • Professional development • Association activities • Community involvement • Low-Cost Life Insurance

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The Texas Guard Takes On the Army Ten-Miler

The 35th Annual Army Ten-Miler (ATM) is a 10-mile race that starts and ends near the Pentagon.

The race, sponsored by the U.S. Army Military District of Washington consisted of around 35,000 runners, making it the world’s third-largest 10-mile road race, according to the event staff.

The National Guard Association of Texas along with LiteFighter, USAA, American Legion Post 490 and BG Win Burkett sponsored the Texas National Guard Team that participated in the ATM. The ATM exemplifies the Spirit of Sport and the Spirit of a Nation. Participants include military, civilians, wheel chair athletes and wounded warrior athletes. Pictured below is the Texas team and other NGAT members who also participated in the ATM. H

IT’S BEEN 11 YEARS SINCE LTC LAURA JANE STEPHENS ran in the Army Ten-Miler. She completed the race below her goal time. Mission Complete.

COL (RET) GINA SEILER proved she still has what it takes by completing the Army 10-Miler again.

PICTURED ARE TEXAS TROOPS THAT RAN IN THE ARMY 10-MILER. Pictured left to right (back row): BG Win Burkett, Ivy Dyer, CSM Kristopher Dyer, CSM John Sampa, CSM Elizabeth Shockley, Tracie Bailey, CSM Robert Hartzog. Pictured left to right (front row): CSM Robert Nieto, CSM Jim Horn, CSM (Ret) Donna Balderston, CSM Michelle Thompson, CPT Sabrina Zepeda.

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SGM MARK CONDRON completed a new personal record finishing in 1:34:37.

Texas Counterdrug Guardsmen Join Warrant Officer Corps Texas Counterdrug Commemorates 30th Anniversary of Law Enforcement Support

COL Miguel Torres and CSM Brian Harless cut the Counterdrug’s 30th Anniversary cake. Current and former task force members reunited with their law enforcement and community partners to commemorate the Texas National Guard Joint Counterdrug Task Force’s 30 years of support to law enforcement agencies, Aug. 7, 2019, at Camp Mabry in Austin, Texas. Counterdrug law enforcement partners in attendance included the Department of Homeland Security Investigations, three out of the four Texas High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area directors, two of the three Drug Enforcement Administration field division special agents in charge, the Texas Department Public Safety, the Texas Rangers and the Customs and Border Protection, Air and Marine Division. The law enforcement partners were presented with a 30th Anniversary certificate of appreciation and a 30th anniversary commemorative Counterdrug coin. H (Photo by CPT Nadine Wiley De Moura)

Welcome Home

Members of the 149th Security Forces Squadron received a hero’s welcome in San Antonio from friends and family when they returned home October 5, 2019, from a seven-month deployment. H

Warrant Officer Kevin Hager and Warrant Officer Marcel Ruales of the 36th Infantry Division, stand in front of the Texas National Guard Joint Counterdrug Task Force flag. The warrant officers recently completed the last phase of the five-month-long Texas Army National Guard Warrant Officer Candidate School as part of the 19-901 cohort, at Fort McClellan, Alabama. H (Photo by CPT Nadine Wiley De Moura)

New Jumpmasters

Congratulations! SGT Dylan Burke and SGT Andrea Garcia from the 197th STSC (SO)(A) who recently graduated today from Jumpmaster School held at Ft. Benning, GA. H

The Eagle Has Landed

President Donald J. Trump landed Sept. 22, 2019 at Ellington Field JRB, Texas.

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Know Your Rights ONE OF THE LEAST KNOWN AND LEAST USED RIGHTS IN THE TEXAS CODE OF MILITARY JUSTICE is the right of a Texas Guardsman to submit a formal complaint against their commander. Texas Government Code Section 432.184 provides the right of any member of the Texas Military Forces who believes they were wronged by his or her commanding officer to request review by the Adjutant General. Here is what the law says: • COMPLAINTS OF WRONGS. (a) A member of the state military forces who believes himself wronged by his commanding officer, and who, on due application to that commanding officer, is refused redress, may complain to any superior commissioned officer, who shall forward the complaint to the next highest commander, who shall examine into the complaint and take proper measures for redressing the wrong complained of, and send to the adjutant general, as soon as possible, a true statement of that complaint with the proceedings had on it.

PROCEDURES FOR FILING COMPLAINT: • T he state law authorizing Texas service members to file a complaint is slim on details of how to file your complaint. Here are some suggestions: • F irst, make sure you’ve exhausted every other avenue to solve your issue. Use your chain of command and consider whether the inspector general process is better suited for your issue.

• T here is no specific form or format for your complaint. Your complaint should be submitted in normal Army or Air memorandum format. Write clearly and succinctly.

Attach copies of any supporting evidence you’ve gathered.

•M ost importantly, your complaint must clearly articulate what action you want your commander to take.

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EXAMPLES OF ISSUES SUITABLE FOR A COMPLAINT UNDER 432.184: • Actions exceeding the commander’s authority.

• Decisions or orders that are arbitrary, capricious, or an abuse of discretion.

• When a commander selectively applies a performance standard.

• Decisions clearly violating a law or regulation.

ISSUES NOT APPROPRIATE FOR A COMPLAINT UNDER 432.184: • TCMJ disciplinary actions, including section 15 sanctions – unless the commander has violated a required procedure.

• Action or inaction by someone other than the commander.

• Administrative board actions where the procedure provides the service member a right to file a rebuttal or answer.

• Once your complaint is received by your commander, he or she must promptly notify you whether the requested action is granted or denied. If the commander refuses to grant the relief, you next submit the complaint petition to any superior officer. That officer has the legal obligation to forward the complaint directly to the next higher commander in the chain of command.

• Once the next higher commander has the complaint, they must take proper measures to address the issue. Most importantly, this commander must send a report to the Adjutant General explaining all of the actions taken and why. The Adjutant General can then direct any action she deems appropriate on the matter.

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NGAT Hosts 3rd Annual Bat Cruise in Austin On Friday, August 16, 2019 NGAT conducted its 3rd Annual Membership Bat Cruise on Lady Bird Lake in Austin, Texas. The two hour cruise is the Association’s way of saying “thank you” to our members and giving them a chance to experience the viewing of the largest urban Mexican free-tailed bat colony in the world.

These bats live under the Congress Avenue bridge from April through November and emerge nightly to feed.

PICTURED IS MAJ (RET) FREDERICK ACKERMAN AND HIS WIFE ARCHIE. Maj (Ret) Ackerman was recognized as the longest Life Member on the cruise.

This year’s cruise was our largest yet with 66 participants. We were honored to have current or former service members from every branch of the service on our cruise. During the cruise Maj (Ret) Frederick Ackerman was presented an NGAT coin for being the longest NGAT Life Member on the cruise. Maj (Ret) Ackerman joined NGAT on December 21, 1971, and his Life Member number is 2902. CPT Aaron Sanders was also presented an NGAT coin for being the newest NGAT Life Member on the cruise. CPT Sanders joined NGAT on March 30, 2019, and his Life Member number is 34620.

The cruise included light snacks, free drinks and a great view of the city at sunset. The cruise also raised $225 for the Texas National Guard Foundation. Watch the website and the NGAT News Magazine for information about our 2020 cruise. Hope to see you there.

CPT AARON SANDERS IS PICTURED WITH HIS WIFE KIM. CPT Sanders was recognized as the newest life member on the cruise.

CHANGE IS COMING TO NGAT Change is coming to NGAT and we need your help. In the next few months NGAT will be rolling out a new website and Association management software. The new site will include a membership portal for you to access your membership information. In order to make this system work at its fullest potential we need to ensure your contact information is up to date. If you are a member and are not receiving mail or email from NGAT please contact us to update your records. This will ensure you don’t miss the exciting new things coming to the Association.

To make this new system work we need you to update your contact information!

Update Your Information

Send Address & Email Updates to: MEMBERSHIP@NGAT.ORG

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H H Hall of Honor H H The Texas Military Department recognized three National Guard veterans during a Hall of Honor induction ceremony at Camp Mabry, October 27, 2019. The TMD’s Hall of Honor is an exclusive membership made up of former Texas military service members who positively influenced and brought great credit upon TMD during their tenure of service.

Since the HOH was established in 1980, only 121 former service members have had their stories and contributions to TMD displayed permanently in the Texas Military Forces Museum at Camp Mabry in Austin, Texas.

MAJOR GENERAL JOYCE L. STEVENS

Texas Army National Guard MG Joyce L. Stevens served 30 years in the United States Army and Texas Military Department from April 1979 through June 2013. She served the nation with distinction during peace and war for 34 years, culminating in her dual hat assignment as Texas National Guard Assistant Adjutant General – Army and Texas Army National Guard Commander. Her service was characterized by extraordinary devotion to duty, selfless service, dynamic vision, exemplary care of Soldiers and their families, and innovative leadership. General Stevens began her distinguished service to the nation when she enlisted in the Idaho Army National Guard. In March 1982, General Stevens joined the Texas Army National Guard. Her assignment included various command and staff positions

within the 49th Armored Division, 36th Infantry Division (Light), and the 71st Troop Command. As Commander of the 111th Area Support Group she deployed to Afghanistan in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.

In July 2006, General Stevens was the first female to be promoted to the rank of Brigadier General in the Texas Army National Guard. As Brigadier General, she was assigned as the Deputy Commander-Army where she was handpicked to lead the Training Validation Team for deploying Soldiers in support of Operation Jump Start and Operation Lone Star. She was directly responsible for shaping and approving comprehensive training plan and validated over 1,500 Soldier/Airmen who deployed to the border.

In October 2007, she was selected to serve as the Deputy Commanding General-Support (DCG-S), 36th Infantry Division and was the first women in the nation to serve in this position. As the DCG-S, she provided oversight of four

MG Tracy Norris, Adjutant General of Texas presents the eagle award to MG (Ret) Joyce Stevens during the Hall of Honor induction ceremony. (Photo by SPC Miguel Ruiz)

brigades ensuring they excelled in training, administrative and logistical support, and critical deployment support of

We are proud to support the National Guard Association of Texas.

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OIF and OEF missions. Her exemplary leadership, strong attention to detail, superior standards and emphasis on maintaining and improving the Divisions Key Readiness Indicators produced highly commendable results.

In March 2009, she was appointed as Texas Army National Guard Assistant Adjutant General – Army and Texas Army National Guard Commander. She commanded a force of approximately 19,000 Soldiers and 119 facilities. She championed programs designed to ensure families are strong, marriage are enriched, and military children reap the benefits of their parents’ service. General Steven’s reputation for excellence and genuine compassion for military personnel and their families translated into major contributions to the Texas National Guard, the State of Texas and the Nation. She is a tireless champion for her Soldiers and has a true service before self-attitude. H

COLONEL TIMMY L. HINES Texas Army National Guard Colonel Timmy L. Hines began his military career by enlisting in the Texas Army National Guard in June 1965, serving honorably for over 33 years. He received his commission from the Texas National Guard Academy’s Officer Candidate School in 1968. Excepting to be sent to Vietnam, then 2nd Lieutenant Hines, volunteered for and was accepted entrance on Active Duty in the summer of 1969. While at Ft. Sill, Oklahoma attending the Field Artillery Officer Basic Course, he requested Rotary Wing training and was accepted one year later on December 4, 1970. Shortly thereafter, he reported to B Troop, 7th Squadron, 1st Air Cavalry Regiment in the Republic of Vietnam. While there he served with courage and valor as a Scout Pilot earning the Distinguished Flying Cross.

He returned to the Texas Army National Guard and was immediately placed in command of an Armored Cavalry Troop (F, 124th CAV).

This unit, which was split in three locations and was in great need of attention and was a difficult mission. In less than a year then Captain Hines regrouped, revitalized and redirected the unit to an outstanding readiness rating.

The unit was reorganized to Company B, 111th Engineer Battalion. As the Commander, he was responsible for its very smooth, successful, and quick transition from an Armored Cav Troop to an Armored Combat Engineer Company, while retaining the unit’s strength and high morale. This was the start of a distinguishable career of an exceptional individual.

Colonel Hines’ contribution to equal opportunities is also noteworthy. In 1985, he recruited the Texas National Guard’s first female aviator and ensured the continued growth of female aviators by recruiting several women and promoting their attendance in Flight School.

In 1994, Colonel Hines was assigned as the Commander of the 111th Area Support Group where he successfully coordinated numerous major unit reorganizations and accomplished overseas deployments to Europe enhancing rapport and interaction with Active Duty counterparts for real-world missions. During this time, he continued to aggressively seek diversity within his command and afford equal opportunities to qualified officers, which resulted in him placing eight female company and field grade officers in command positions.

Colonel Hine’s extraordinary contributions to the Texas Army National Guard, the United States Army, and the State of Texas have been invaluable, and he leaves a legacy of service and excellence. H

COMMAND CHIEF MASTER SERGEANT KEVIN O’GORMAN Texas Air National Guard Command Chief Master Sergeant Kevin J. O’Gorman, served over 37 years in the United States Air Force and the Texas Air National Guard from January 14, 1974 through March 1, 2015. He served his community, the State of Texas with great distinction and honor. Chief O’Gorman completed Basic Military Training and Aircraft Maintenance School, and his first assignment was as a Crew Chief assigned to Japan. Upon his return to the United States he was assigned to Bergstrom Air Force Base, Austin, Texas, where he worked as an Aircraft Maintenance Specialist on multiple assigned model aircraft.

COL Lisa Hines spouse of COL (Ret) Timmy Hines who was unable to attend the ceremony applauds her husband following the unveiling of his plaque for induction into the TMD Hall of Honor. (Photo by MSG (Ret) Theresa Billeck-Zuniga)

In September 1984, he enlisted in the Texas Air National Guard. 136th Airlift Wing and was hired as a full time Technician Aircraft Maintenance Specialist. While assigned, Chief O’Gorman was forward deployed to various locations in support of several joint operations.

His state activations include humanitarian missions during multiple natural disasters. He participated in two Volant

MG Tracy Norris, Adjutant General of Texas presents the eagle award to CCMSgt (Ret) Kevin O’Gorman during the Hall of Honor induction ceremony. (Photo by SPC Miguel Ruiz)

Rodeo competitions, with one taking second place in the world, and first in the Air Force.

In 1991, he was selected and trained to become a Flight Engineer Technician and was assigned to the 181st Airlift Squadron. Within that first year, he became an Instructor for Flight Simulator Platform for Aircrew and a Group Training Manager. Chief O’Gorman helped lead the Squadron for its call to active duty in February 2003.

Chief O’Gorman served as the Vice Chairman and then Chairman of the 136th Airlift Wing Chief Council. He assumed the duties as the 136th Airlift Wing Command Chief Master Sergeant and served as an invaluable liaison between the Wing Commander and over 1,200 enlisted personnel. On March 1, 2012, he assumed the duties as the 11th State Command Chief Master Sergeant for the Texas Air National Guard. Through his leadership he directly impacted the lives and missions over 2750 Texas Airmen.

He facilitated the consolidation of the Texas Domestic Operations under one command, this initial step resulted in the opportunity for a Texas Air National Guard member to serve in the Senior Enlisted Advisor/Command Chief billet for Texas Domestic Operations for the first time.

Chief O’Gorman helped spearhead the activation of the “Air” personnel for Operation Strong Safety, a 34 million dollar, 1,000 plus troops state deployment to the Texas border. Overall, the creative ability, exemplary foresight, and devotion to duty consistently demonstrated by Chief O’Gorman resulted in increased effectiveness of the Texas Air National Guard. His consummate leadership and guidance will have a lasting positive impact on the State of Texas and the United State Air Force. H

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NGAT Wins Awards at EANGUS Conference NGAT had a delegation of 13 that attended the 48th Annual EANGUS Conference in Des Moines, Iowa. This included two Soldiers and two Airmen who attended for professional development. Attendees heard messages from the Chief of the National Guard Bureau and other senior officials during the four-day conference, including EANGUS committee meetings, and a trade show of military services.

During the conference NGAT was presented with two awards: one for “Best Association Website,” and one for “Best Combined Association Publication.” Many thanks goes out to our graphic designer, Terri Sheets of MediaNation; and our editor, MSG (Ret) Theresa Billeck-Zuniga, for all of their hard work!

On the last day of the conference Area IV elected new area directors.

CMSgt Troy Abel – Kansas, will serve as our Area IV Chair; MSgt Ashley Brodnax – Arkansas, and SFC (Ret) Nickie White – Mississippi, will serve as our Area IV Directors.

During the Awards Banquet, Texas veteran Levi Rodgers of RE/ MAX Military City in San Antonio, was given the EANGUS Al Schneider Memorial Award for his outstanding support to enlisted men and women of the National Guard and Reserves. H

Join us Jan 17-19, 2020 in Austin, Texas for the 2020 EANGUS Area IV Mid-Winter Conference The Conference will be at the Holiday Inn Austin Midtown located at 6000 Middle Fiskville Road, Austin, Texas 78752. Room rates at $89.00 per night.

Book your room on the NGAT website or call 512-451-5757 and ask for the Group Code: EANGUS Conference Registration is $75.00 per person For more Information or to register visit: http://www.ngat.org/eangusmidwinter2020.htm EANGUS Mid-Winter Conference only comes to Texas once every seven years.

Please join us as we plan for the National Conference and work together to improve our Association.

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NGAUS Dues Changes Approved at General Conference NGAT had a large group in attendance at this year’s 141st NGAUS General Conference and Exhibition where more than 4,000 National Guard officers and their guests gathered in Denver, Colorado to lay the groundwork for the next year of advocacy on behalf of the Guard. Texas had 39 attendees and guest with 8 of them being general officers.

In the past, dues rates were based in accordance with officer pay grades — meaning there were 15 separate dues levels. Now, the rates will be combined into three classes: company grade, field grade, and flag grade. With that change adopted, the new dues structure is as follows, effective October 1, 2019:

O-1, O-2, O-3, WO-1, CW2, CW3: $40

O-4, O-5, O-6, CW4, CW5: $80

O-7, O-8, O-9, O-10: $130

The conference opened with a performance from the Silhouettes a dance group from Denver, Colorado.

The group is best known for performing on the sixth season of America’s Got Talent.

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During the conference attendees heard from General Joseph L. Lengyel, Chief of the National Guard Bureau; General James C. McConville, Chief of Staff of the Army; General John M. Murray, Commanding General Army Futures; and Lt Gen L. Scott Rice, Director, Air National Guard, to name a few. Each of their messages resonated around this year’s conference theme of The National Guard: An American Treasure. It is a premise based of the Guard’s most valuable asset — it’s people.

NGAUS members overwhelmingly approved a change in the association’s bylaws that aims to streamline the membership structure. The change, which had to be approved by a two-thirds vote, was made on the final day of the conference. In doing so, officials sought to simplify the active annual membership dues structure.

Congratulations to Capt Paula Palacios, a member of HQ, Texas Air National Guard, who was elected to serve on the NGAUS Company Grade Committee for Area IV. Overall it was a great conference with exceptional speakers and a tremendous trade show that showcased military equipment and services. It started with a motorcycle rally through the Peak to Peak Highway in the Rockies. The governor’s reception was held at the Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum where attendees visited the museum, enjoyed great food, live music, and a mechanical bull riding contest. The States Dinner closed out the conference with a performance by country-western artist Michael Martin Murphy. Murphy, a native of Dallas, asked to visit with the Texas delegation prior to his performance. He was very down to earth and spoke to all our attendees and took photos with our members. It was a great way for Texas to close out the NGAUS conference. H

Join us in Boston for the 142nd General Conference & Exhibition August 28-31, 2020 | Boston, Massachusetts Watch the NGAT website for additional information.

The National Guard traces its roots to Massachusetts militiamen and, 384 years after the first muster in 1636, NGAUS is heading back to Beantown to celebrate the Guard, connect with colleagues, and learn and set the next year’s NGAUS legislative agenda.

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36th ID Arrowhead Scramble a Success The National Guard Association of Texas in conjunction with the Texas Military Forces Historical Foundation and the 36th Infantry Division partnered together to host the 36th Infantry Division Arrowhead Scramble on October 14, 2019 at the Hills of Lakeway Golf Course. It was a great day for golf and a very successful tournament.

A total of 22 teams played to help raise funds to reprint the book “From Texas to Rome, A General’s Journal” written by Major General Fred L. Walker. This remarkable and very rare memoir discusses the bloody combat history of the Texas National Guard 36th Infantry Division in World War II — from pre-embarkation training through the capture of Rome. Thank you to all our sponsors to whom, without their support, the success of the tournament would not have been possible. The tournament raised a total of $5,695. NGAT was especially excited to see that the first-place team included Cody King who is the grandson of former NGAT Executive Directors, CW4 (Ret) Lewis O. King. Thank you, again, to all the players and congratulations to all the winners. H

1st Place – Four Putt (L-R): Patrick Speir, Cody King, Jed Kennis and Justin Bielss

2nd Place – 1136th Pathfinders (L-R): Amy Bowraski, Marshall Emerson, Mark Erwin and Val Sanchez (Not Pictured)

3rd Place – RBank (L-R): Scott McLeod, Josh Slayton, Hollis Bone and Jason Ferrill (Not Pictured)

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Enjoy these photos sent in by NGAT members showing how they celebrated Halloween. USPFO held it’s 6th Annual Halloween Decorating Contest where Military/Tech Pay was declared the winner. Other units, and even the NGAT staff, dressed up for Halloween. Hope your day was full of tricks and treats!

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e – Milita USPFO 6th Annual Hallo ry/Tech Pay ween decora ting Contest

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TAPS As of 10/31/19

Mr. Wesley A. Ahrens, Life Member #6869, Retired, Danville CA

MSG John W. Murray, Life Member #4996, Retired, Houston

MSgt Sherron K. Baker, Life Member #8287, Retired, Lewisville

Lt Col Ronald R. “Dick” Nebitt, Retired, New Braunfels

SSG Arturo “Tury” Benavides, Life Member #19704, Retired, El Paso

SGM James M. Roguski, Life Member #13004, Retired, San Antonio

MSG Carlos Buzo Jr., Life Member #9904, Retired, El Paso

SFC Joseph E. Stank, Life Member #14638, Retired, Lockhart

SGT Kathy L. Duffie, Retired, South Carolina

*/** MSG Omar Torres, HQ 136th RGMT, Austin

COL Paul E. Dunaway, Life Member #2086, Retired, Nacogdoches

*SSG Juan A. Valenzuela, Life Member #30972, Retired, El Paso

LTC Jose “Joe” R. Duarte, Life Member #3021, Retired, San Antonio

**MSgt Matthew Vilsack, 149th Fighter Wing, San Antonio

**/* SPC Stephen A. Garza, B Co, 1-141st BN IN RGMT, Rosenberg

Ms. Fairis “Denice” Wicks, Austin

TSgt Billy L. Harryman Jr., Retired, Pearland

Mrs. Sara E. Wightman, Life Member #6117, Retired, Kearns

SFC Charles W. Hatch, Life Member #3954, Retired, Adkins MSgt Robert Eugene “Jack” Ingle, Life Member #10512, Retired, San Antonio

*Had NGAT Life Insurance Policy **Had No-Cost Active Guard Policy of $1,000

SGT Brett Jabot, Retired, Bertram MSgt Jimmie F. Johnson, Life Member #2898, Retired, Seguin SPC Mike C. Johnson, Life Member #28159, Retired, Dale SMSgt Lonnie L. Jones Sr., Life Member #2031, Retired, North Richland Hills SFC Jerry L. Loughridge, Life Member #23855, Retired, Wallis CW4 Victor J. Macha, Life Member #1391, Retired, Rosenberg Mr. Tom G. Martinez, Life Member #5398, Retired, Dallas

CSM James Merritt Life Member #5880 Retired, San Antonio Past NGAT President 1975-1976

Mr. Donald McCarty, Retired, Longview **PV2 Kelton C McIntosh, RSP, Recruiting and Retention BN, Dallas

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PLANNING CALENDAR (As of November 11, 2019)

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Thanksgiving Observed (NGAT Office Closed) NGAT Legislative Reception, Washington D.C. NGAUS Industry Day, Washington, D.C. National Guard’s Birthday NGAT Holiday Open House, Austin Christmas Holiday Observed (NGAT Office Closed)

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News Years Day (NGAT Office Closed) NGAT Board Meeting, Austin EANGUS Mid-Winter, Austin, TX Martin Luther King Day (NGAT Office Closed) EANGUS State Presidents Workshop, Washington D.C. EANGUS Legislative Workshop, Washington, D.C. NGAUS Legislative Workshop, Washington D.C. President’s Day (NGAT Office Closed) NGAT Board Meeting, Irving 61st Annual NGAT Conference, Irving