To: EANGUS Members
From: EANGUS National Office
Please share the following Roll Call: Drill Weekend Talking Points with other unit members
Every year, EANGUS develops priorities based on the grassroots input of our members using the resolutions process. We use this information to advocate in Congress to ensure the capabilities, equipment, and benefits for our Army and Air Servicemembers and to ensure they have the ability to execute their Total Force mission.
This Year in Little Rock, AR, our Resolutions Team discussed, and the delegates passed the following Resolutions;
2022 EANGUS Resolutions
- 22-01 Implementation of Maternity Leave Benefits
- 22-02 ANG Federal Tuition Assistance
- 22-03 Total Force Policy
- 22-04 National Guard Cybersecurity Support Act
- 22-05 Amend tax code to change the above-the-line deductions 22-06 TSP Contribution Limits
- 22-07 Tax Penalties Waiver
- 22-08 Spouse Employment
- 22-09 Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- 22-10 DOD Armed Services Fitness Center Initiative
- 22-11 Amendment to EANGUS Resolution 21-07
- 22-12 NDAA Support for increasing AGR End Strength
- 22-13 TRICARE for All
- 22-14 Call for Fire Trainer Modernization
- 22-15 Limited Federal Retirement Points for non-federal service 22-16 Language change in Post 9/11 GI Bill
- 22-17 Eliminate 5-Year Requirement for VA Health Care
- 22-18 Child Care Assistance Program
- 22-19 Support the structure and equipment issues endorsed by the National Guard Association of the United States (NGAUS)and the Adjutants General Association of the United States (AGAUS).
- 22-20 EANGUS appreciation of Little Rock, Arkansas, the Arkansas Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States, and Auxiliary
The 2022 Resolutions passed by our members will be used to develop the EANGUS Legislative Priorities. Our Legislative Director greatly appreciates all the hard work and dedication that went into this year’s Resolutions process. If you have anything to add or have questions regarding any of the EANGUS legislative priorities, please feel free to contact the EANGUS Legislative team.
Please visit www.eangus.org/legislative for updates on our current priorities, information papers, resolutions, legislative letters, testimony, or contact information for the EANGUS Legislative Director.
Legislative Events
The EANGUS Legislative Team has developed a new 4-part information, training, and update Summit program. There will now be four Quarterly Summits that will provide this information to our members. Two will be conducted via Zoom, and these dates will be announced as we get closer to the event. There will also be two in-person meetings. One will be on the 16-17th of November 2022, focusing on three issues and giving all the participants an in-depth look at each issue and white paper. We ask that all participants make as many appointments with their Congressional Members and staff on the 17th of November and brief those topics along with any state issues you may have in your priorities. This is our opportunity to get a jump on legislation going into the 118th Congress. The second event will be the Legislative Workshop on 12-15 February 2023. This event will focus on hearing from our Sr. Leaders from NGB, Congressional Staff, other association legislative staff members, and training to aid in the legislative process. This event is how your EANGUS Legislative Committee solidifies our positions and starts the legislative information process in Congress.
We eagerly anticipate this year’s events. Your participation is crucial to the EANGUS Legislative Team.
Registration information will be announced and available soon.
EANGUS Healthcare Survey
EANGUS invites you to take a brief 30-second survey to provide your feedback on the importance of healthcare and your military service.
From our
EANGUS Platinum Partners
IWU will award two (2) full-tuition scholarships to eligible EANGUS members, spouses, or dependent children for associate, bachelor, or master’s degrees at IWU-National & Global (Online and Regional campuses ONLY). Any of IWU’s doctoral degree or degrees offered on the main campus or Wesley Seminary will not be included.
Opens 1 August and Closes 1 November 2022
Scholarship recipients must begin on or before May 2023
To Apply go to the EANGUS SCHOLARSHIP SITE
Other helpful links:
EANGUS Resources
The Foundation has received funding from USAA for the EANGUS We Care for America National Guard Emergency Relief Grant and Interest-Free Loan Program.
With thousands of National Guard members and their families facing financial hardships as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and other emergencies, the United Services Automobile Association (USAA), the Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States (EANGUS) and the We Care for America Foundation have teamed up to help National Guard members and families in need.
Go to the EANGUS-WCFA website for the criteria to apply for a WCFA Grants and Interest-Free Loans.
Did you know there are several ways to donate to the We Care for America Foundation?
Want to help make a difference while you shop in the Amazon app, at no extra cost to you? Simply follow the instructions below to select “EANGUS We Care for America Foundation Inc” as your charity and activate AmazonSmile in the app. They’ll donate a portion of your eligible mobile app purchases to us.
How it works:
1. Open the Amazon app on your phone
2. Select the main menu (=) & tap on “AmazonSmile” within Programs & Features
3. Select “EANGUS We Care For America Foundation Inc” as your charity
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to activate AmazonSmile in the mobile app
OPERATION VETCARE
Operation VetCare was established in 2017 by EANGUS as a program designed to assist Military Service Members, Veterans, and their families who face special issues or challenges associated with military service. This program has continued to grow over the last several years. Assistance provided through this program may vary based on the limited funds available but may assist by providing support in the form of gift cards for food, clothing, and other necessary items during a service-related crisis. Through this program, EANGUS has been able to assist hundreds of people during a time of significant need. Click button for more information on how you can support this initiative through donations or to request assistance.