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Schedule of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5

Welcome Letters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8

NGAT Conference Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

TXMF Leadership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-18

Employers Support of the Guard and Reserve . . . . . . . . . . . .19

NGAT Life Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

We Are NGAT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

TXNG Family Support Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24-25

NGAT Past Presidents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

NGAT Board of Directors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27-29

NGAT President Annual Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30-31

NGAT Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32-33

Corporate Members & Sponsors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Audit report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Financial Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40-43

Legislative Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44-47

Resolutions Committee Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Military Affairs Committee Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

NGAT Minuteman Recipients . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Message from the 36th Infantry Division . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Insurance Committee Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

NGAT Staff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Membership Committee Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

EANGUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56-57

NGAUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58-59

Texas Military Forces Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Greetings from the 176th Engineer Brigade . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Retiree Regions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

NGAT Educational Foundation Committee Report . . . . . .64-66

American Heroes Celebration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

NGAT Life Members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

NGAT Membership Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

TAPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

On the Cover: SSG James Boski, 36th ID Band, has a hawk land

on his arm at the Texas State Aquarium . Photos from the Texas

State Aquarium, downtown Corpus Christi, the USS Lexington and

Selena Statue .

National Guard Association of Texas3706 Crawford AveAustin, Texas 78731

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Editors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MSG (Ret) Theresa Billeck-Zuniga

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reid Douglass

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Executive Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ray Lindner, CAE

Marketing & Meetings Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Robert Casias, CMP

Insurance Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kathy Gallatin

Membership Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MSG (Ret) Theresa Billeck-Zuniga

NGAT CONFERENCE PROGRAM ADVERTISERS

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Oshkosh Defense . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Sikorsky . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Texas Army National Guard Recruiting & Retention . . . . . . . . . 12

Port Royal Ocean Resort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Texas Veterans Land Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Wounded Warriors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Houston Veterans Affairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Veterans Outreach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Worklife Institute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Texas Farm Bureau . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

2-149th GSAB “Rough Riders” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Texas VFW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Navistar Defense . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Stanley Vidmar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Hilton Garden Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Boeing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

American Equity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

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52nd annual National Guard association of texas ConferenceCorpus Christi, texas

25-27 March 2011

Joint Conference at a Glance(Please refer to the final program in your registration packet for current schedule of events)

Thursday, 24 MarchRegistration & ESGR Conference

Friday, 25 MarchRegistration

Fun Run/Walk

Golf Tournament

Wine Tasting

Dolphin Watching Cruise

Silent Auction

Exhibits

Joint Conference Opening Session

Welcome Party – Texas State Aquarium

Unit Hospitality Suites

Schedule of Events


Saturday, 26 MarchRegistration

NGAT Member Breakfast & Business SessionProfessional Development Sessions

ExhibitsSilent Auction

NGAT Spouses LuncheonLunch with Exhibitors

Retirees LuncheonTXARNG/TXANG Exhibit Review

TXSG Breakout SessionJr Off/Jr Enl Forums

ReceptionNGAT Awards Dinner – Omni Bayfront Hotel

Unit Hospitality Suites

Sunday, 27 MarchPrayer Breakfast

TXARNG/TXANG Component Breakout Sessions



TAG Welcome Letter


Welcome to the 52nd annual Conference of the National Guard association of texas and

our 5th Joint Conference! I believe that you will find all our traditional conference activities spread

throughout the Joint Conference, and I am confident that you will find the NGAT spirit and camaraderie

is as strong as ever.

All Joint Conference activities are open to all attendees, and I encourage you to attend as many

different sessions as you can. Friday we will start with our optional events — Golf, Fun run, Dolphin

Watching Cruise, and Wine tasting. This year’s Exhibit Hall will feature close to 80 vendors, so

make sure you allocate plenty of time to visit all the booths. The NGat silent auction will be

located in the Exhibit Hall, and features many great bargains — so bid high and bid often! Bidding

closes at 2 pm on Saturday.

Join us at our opening Ceremonies to be held at the American Bank Center for welcome remarks, a presentation by the Adjutant

General of Texas and a legislative update. Our Friday night Welcome Party will be held at the Texas State Aquarium. Get a close up look

at underwater life at this 9-acre marine life aquarium. Come enjoy some good food and refreshments at our “Beach Party.” Be sure to

wear something tropical. There will be plenty of time to visit with friends, tour the aquarium and network with conference exhibitors.

Don’t miss the bird show and dolphin show that will start promptly at 7:30 pm.

Starting at 8:00 am on saturday, NGAT members and their guests are invited to attend the NGAT Breakfast/Business Session. Before

you come, browse through the conference program to read our committee and activity reports in depth. At 10:00 am there will be

Professional Development Sessions held in the convention center followed by the Spouses/Retirees lunch and lunch with the exhibitors.

At 2:30 pm NGAT will host a Junior enlisted Forum and a Junior officer Forum designed to address the professional needs of our

junior members. At the Saturday night NGat awards Dinner, we will recognize our top scholarship winners and recipients of our

NGAT Awards. Following the dinner, please take some time to visit each of the Hospitality Rooms. Unit Hospitality Rooms are located

throughout the Omni Bayfront Hotel and will be open on both Friday and Saturday evening.

We will close out our conference on Sunday morning with our annual prayer Breakfast. The Joint Conference will conduct

component breakouts starting at 9:00 am.

I would like to thank each of you for helping make NGAT the successful

organization that it is today. We have come a long way and with your help

we can continue to move forward. I hope you will leave the conference

inspired with new ideas and contacts that will assist you in your professional

development. Have a great time and a wonderful weekend.

Michele R. Voorhees-Little

LTC, LG, TXARNG

NGAT President’s Welcome


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ngat strategic planning

V i s i o N / M i s s i o N

To be a premier professional organization that serves and advances the needs and interests

of its members and provides advocacy and support for the Texas Military Forces.

G o a L s• Secure and expand financial and professional position

• Maintain a strong legislative voice/presence at federal/state levels

• Achieve 100% membership

• Develop a vibrant professional development program

• Achieve active participation of the maximum number of members

• Maximize partnerships with other organizations

4,369 TEXAS Soldiers Deployed OCONUS for over 400 days in 2010

26,092 total man days for CONUS missions in 2010

Over 19,400 Soldiers in TEXAS

28,933 TEXAS Soldiers Deployed OCONUS since 9/11


Maj Gen John F. NicholsAdjutant General

CSM Juan G. MoralesState Senior Enlisted Advisor

Adjutant General State Senior Enlisted Advisor

Assistant Adjutants General

BG Joyce StevensAssistant Adjutant General

Army

(Vacant)Assistant Adjutant General

Air

Texas Military Forces


BG Joyce StevensCommander

CSM Jimmy L. BroylesCommand Sergeant Major

Commander CSM

BG Lester SimpsonCommander

CSM Richard MilfordCommand Sergeant Major

Non-Divisional Commands — 176th Engineer Brigade

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CSM Wilson L. EarlyCommand Sergeant Major

MG Eddy M. SpurginCommander

BG William “Len” SmithDep Cmd Gen, Maneuver

BG Stephen SandersDep Cmd Gen, Support

BG James K. “Red” BrownRear Commander

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(Vacant)Deputy Commander, TANG

CCMSgt Sam D. DavisCommand Chief, TANG

Command Chief

(Vacant)Commander, TANG

Commander

Deputy Commander

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MG (TX) Raymond C. PetersCommander

CCMSgt Harold HigginsSenior Enlisted Advisor

BG (TX) Robert J. Bodisch, Sr.Commander,

TX Maritime Forces

BG (TX) Manuel A. Rodriguez, VII

Deputy Commander, Army

Col (TX) Donald PrinceActing Deputy Commander, Air

BG (TX) Luis FernandezCommander, TX Medical Bde

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Col Connie McNabbChief, Joint Staff

Col Russell W. MaleskyChief, TANG Staff

BG (TX) Charles A. Miller, Jr.

Chief, TXSG Staff

COL Suzanne AdkinsonChief, TXARNG Staff

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MG (TX, Ret) Jerry Icenhower

Chairmen, Texas ESGR Committee

COL (Ret) Dwain JamesExecutive Director, ESGR

employer support of the Guard and reserve

esGr Was estaBLisheD By CoNGress in 1972 to gain and maintain the active support of all public and private employers for the men and women who serve in the National Guard and Reserves, promote uniform compliance among employers and members of the Reserve Components with federal and state laws and assist in the resolution of violations of the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Act (USERRA). ESGR is the Department of Defense’s lead organization for this purpose, operating through a network of over 4,700 volunteers serving with ESGR’s 54 Field Committees in the 50 states, U. S. Territories and Europe. ESGR field committees operate under the guidance and directives of the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Reserve Affairs (OASD/RA) and Headquarters, ESGR.

ESGR’s programs and services include: briefing service members on their rights and responsibilities under USERRA; educating employers on federal and state laws applicable to employees serving in the Guard and Reserve, the vital importance of the reserve components to our national defense strategies and the values of employing service members; providing free informal mediation by Ombudsmen to assist in

resolving conflicts between employers and employees related to an employee’s military service commitment; and administering a special awards program to recognize employers for their outstanding support to service members and their families. Additionally, ESGR is working closely with state and federal agencies and private sector employers to assist unemployed service members gain meaningful employment.

In today’s volatile economic and global conflict environment employers play a critical role in our nation’s defense by sharing their employees with the Department of Defense. With over 90,000 Guard and Reservists on active duty in defense of our national interest around the globe, ESGR actively works to assist employers in managing the strain caused by the lengthy absences of valued employees called into active military service.

The Texas ESGR is proud of its strong alliance with the National Guard Association of Texas and a large number of our 250 plus volunteers are former Guard and NGAT members. Our volunteers donate thousands of hours annually assisting the state’s 28,000 employers of more than 59,000 selective Guard and Reservists work through the challenges of deployments.

ESGR welcomes individuals seeking rewarding opportunities to volunteer their time and services in support of our National Guard and Reserve members. For more information about ESGR or becoming a volunteer, please contact one of our offices – Austin (512-782-6052), Fort Worth (817-386-7322) or Houston (281-929-2601). You may also visit you may visit us at www.txesgr.net.

Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR)

ESPN President George Bodenheimer signing a Statement of Support for the Guard and Reserve during a special ESPN-ESGR event at the Naval Air Station, Joint Reserve Base in Fort Worth. Seated with Mr. Bodenheimer is James Rebholz, National Chairman for ESGR and standing is Texas ESGR Chairman MG (Ret) Jerry Icenhower and television-movie star Anthony Anderson.

ESGR volunteers James Long and John Mathis counseling a Texas Guardsman during a Pre-deployment processing event.


protect your family with ngat life insurance —FRoM service member to civilian

Life insurance gives you the peace of mind you only get from knowing that you’ve protected your loved ones. In the event of your passing, life insurance provides money directly to your beneficiaries. Consider what life insurance is for, then consider the consequences of it, when tragedy strikes. Your beneficiary can use the money from a life insurance policy for whatever they want, such as:• Make up for your lost income • Fund your child’s education • Paying off household debt • Paying for your funeral and other

related expenses

What makes NGat Life insurance stand above the rest? NGAT life insurance was designed specifically for those that serve in the Guard. We know that when you lose a loved one the last thing you need is to worry about money. That is why NGAT Life Insurance is there when you need it. We pay claims within 24 hours of notification.

unlike your ssLi that you lose when you leave the Guard. NGat Life insurance can follow you into civilian life or retirement. Retiring from the military is an incredible achievement and one that should be celebrated. After retiring from the military, it is important to ensure that a great life insurance policy is in place so that you can ensure your family is taken care of in the case of your death.

The National Guard Association of Texas has several policies to choose from.

a group term policy that was written specifically for active guard members:• Purchase as little as $10,000 for $3.66 a month

or as much as $50,00 for $17.00 per month• No war or aviation exclusions• May be deducted from your drill pay • May insure the entire family• In the event of death, monies can be assigned to

pay for funeral expenses• prompt payment of claims within 24 hours• May be retained after leaving the Guard• Premiums are level term until age 65 • Automatic conversion to a whole life policy

without proving insurability• Must be an active member of the National Guard

to purchase this insurance• Underwritten by American Equity Life

Insurance Company a whole life policy that is available to any of our members, their children, or grandchildren: • Purchase as little as $2,500 or as much as

$100,000• No war or aviation exclusions• May be purchased at any time between the age

of 18 to age 65• Excellent policy for children who are no longer

carried under the group term policy — at age 21, a $10,000 policy is $4.18 per month

• Inexpensive coverage for children and grandchildren

• Premiums are level for the duration of the policy• Accrues a cash value over time• May be drafted monthly from a bank account• Military retirees may set up payment by

allotment thru their retired military pay• Matures at 100 years of age• Member of the texas state Guard are

eligible to purchase this policy• Underwritten by American Equity Life Insurance

Company

Things happen fast in life and NGAT is there to help you and your family through the rough times.

if you have NGat life insurance or are considering purchasing a policy. ask yourself the following questions:• Do you know who your current beneficiary is?• Have you moved recently?• Are you newly married?• Do you have a new child?• Do you have a child enrolled in college?• Are you recently divorced?• Have you brought a house?• Are you getting out of the Guard?• Are you retiring from the National Guard?• Are you being mobilized?• Are you turning 60 years old?• Are you turning 65 years old?

If you answered yes to any of these questions and currently have a policy, contact NGAT at 512-454-7300 or [email protected] to update your policy. If you don’t have life insurance through NGAT, consider taking out a policy before you retire or leave the Guard. We offer both term and whole life policies for members and their families.

We know money is tight these days, but don’t be tempted to skimp on one of the most important and affordable investments you can make to protect your family’s financial health:

Life insurance.


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FouNDeD iN 1959, the National Guard Association of Texas has served the needs and advocated the interests of Texas Guard personnel, their families, friends, and supporters of the nation’s defense from across the state. We are a combined Association with officers and enlisted sharing their time and talents. NGAT is “your voice” both on Capitol Hill in Washington DC and at the State Capitol in Austin. NGAT also promotes a group life insurance program for the welfare of the members of the Texas Military Forces.

For the past 52 years, the organization has grown from a few hundred members who met at Camp Mabry to a total membership of over 34,000. Membership in NGAT is open to any member of the Texas Military Forces and those Texans who support the aims and goals of the Association.Do you remember when . . .• A guard member was provided $10,000 of life insurance and it would only pay when you were at drill or annual training.• You could only visit the commissary 24 times a year and had to get your commissary card punched during each visit.• Your field head gear was a steel pot.• You were paid in cash at the end of Annual Training by the pay officer and you only got paid once a quarter for drill.

Our younger soldiers and airman probably don’t remember the above, but there are many who are still around that remember those days. The National Guard has come a long way in a short period of time! The changes we have seen over the years just didn’t happen. They are a result of a combined effort of NGAT, NGAUS, EANGUS, and others that promote legislative action to enhance both unit readiness and quality-of-life for our personnel and families.The National Guard Association of Texas is governed by a board of directors. The board members represent the major units of the Texas Military Forces, and include three special constituency directors representing the Texas State Guard, Retirees, and the Family Readiness Program. At least one-third of the directors will be enlisted members of the Texas Army or Air National Guard. The Board is elected by delegates of the Association membership at the Annual Conference, held in March each year.NGAT’s Executive Committee includes the president, the President-Elect, the Vice-President, and the Secretary-Treasurer. The board appoints an Executive Director to manage the day-to-day affairs of the Association under the board’s general direction. Today, NGAT employs a full-time staff of 5 and is organized into several service areas: Membership and Benefits, Insurance, and Meetings and Marketing.

Since its formation, NGAT has striven to represent all the members of the Texas Military Forces, both officer and enlisted, in the area of legislation and service, to preserve and perpetuate the history and traditions of the National Guard.

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amy stevensPresident

andrea MarquesesVice President

Cindy smithSecretary

ray LindnerTreasurer

issac GusukumaTrustee

Texas national guard family support foundation

the texas NatioNaL GuarD FaMiLy support FouNDatioN is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt

charitable organization founded in 2004 by National Guard members and former members to provide

support for the needs of members and families of the Texas Military Forces, and to sponsor activities and

programs to honor and memorialize their service and sacrifice. The Foundation works closely with the

Texas National Guard Family Programs Office to identify specific individual needs.

Since its founding in 2004, the Foundation has distributed over $100,000 in emergency relief grants to

almost 100 families, and issued interest-free loans to over 250 soldiers/airmen totaling more than $250,000. Types

of financial assistance include providing funds for rent/mortgage, utilities, car payment (to prevent repossession or to repair),

food, medical premiums and co-pays, and other quality of life necessities. Often assistance is provided to the spouse or family

of a deployed soldier or airman.

The Foundation has been further involved in a number of other activities, including funding families to attend unit departure

and arrival ceremonies, donating funds to veteran’s parks, hosting youth symposiums and youth camps, providing logistic

support to Texas Military Forces community outreach events, delivering food to needy Guard families, sponsoring spouses to

attend family readiness symposiums and conferences, and hosting statewide family readiness conferences.

The Foundation is an all-volunteer organization, governed by a Board of Directors. Administrative and bookkeeping support

is donated by the National Guard Association of Texas, and numerous volunteers generously donate their time and talent to

represent the Foundation and reach out to the community at large to support the Foundation.

Funding for the Foundation programs comes from donations made by caring individuals who wish to support the Texas Military

Forces and their families, and from grants from private and public entities. The Foundation has a variety of Sponsorship

Programs designed to fit all those who may wish to donate. If you or someone you know is interested in helping the

Foundation through a donation of time, material, or money, please contact the TXNG Family Support Foundation at the

NGAT offices at 3406 Crawford Ave., Austin, TX 78731. H

H H H BOARD OF DIRECTORS H H H

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txng family support foundation sponsorship opportunities

Grant Available For Current Texas National Guard Members

Due to increased needs as deployments continue to affect the financial well-being of Guard families, the Foundation Board would like to ask you to

consider one of the following sponsorship opportunities:

i N D i V i D u a L s :

Charter Sponsor (TXNG members, employees, and families): . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$100

Sustaining Sponsor (Yearly commitment for desired amount): . . . . . . . . . . . . $Varies

Patriot Sponsor (Non-military): . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $100-$500+

Freedom Sponsor (Any individual/group): . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1000-$5000+

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Platinum: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50,000+

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Checks should be made payable to: Texas National Guard Family Support Foundation.

please mail to: 3706 Crawford Ave., Austin TX 78731.

the texas NatioNaL GuarD FaMiLy support FouNDatioN was awarded a $160,000 grant from the

Texas Veterans Commission (TVC). Funds from this grant will allow the foundation to provide financial assistance for

short-term emergency medical and dental procedures and to cover health insurance premiums for a period not to exceed

one year. Service members who receive assistance through this grant will also receive a referral for TVC employment

counseling and other TVC services. Service members who are experiencing financial hardship due to mounting medical

bills should contact Brandie Cole, Family Assistance Center Specialist, at (512) 782-1427 or [email protected] for

more information.


NGAT Past Presidents & Advisory Committee

year presiDeNt serViCe 2009-2011 LTC Michele Voorhees-Little ARNG 2007-2009 CSM (Ret) Jeffrey Merrill ARNG 2006-2007 MSG Theresa M. Billeck-Zuniga ARNG 2005-2006 LTC Mario Alayon ARNG 2004-2005 MAJ Monie Ulis ARNG 2003-2004 LTC William L. “Len” Smith ARNG 2002-2003 MSgt Jim DiGiovanni ANG 2001-2002 CSM Garry Worrell ARNG 2000-2001 LTC James K. “Red” Brown ARNG 1999-2000 COL John Braun ARNG 1998-1999 CMSgt William Maginot ANG 1997-1998 LTC Susan Bickelmann ARNG 1996-1997 LTC Michael L. Boyd ARNG 1995-1996 COL B. Leroy Sisco ARNG 1994-1995 COL Thomas M. Shellshear ANG 1993-1994 COL Rodney A. McNelley ARNG 1992-1993 CSM C. Don Steelhammer * ARNG 1991-1992 MAJ C. Terry Granade ARNG 1990-1991 CSM Mikeal L. Graham ARNG 1989-1990 COL Gary R. Walston ANG 1988-1989 MAJ Garry D. Patterson ARNG 1987-1988 LTC John W. Cook ANG 1986-1987 LTC Glenn C. Meadows ARNG 1985-1986 COL Walter J. Dingler * ARNG 1984-1985 LTC Jack E. Davenport * ANG 1983-1984 CSM Billie S. Abernathy ARNG 1982-1983 CMSgt Frances M. Arnold ANG 1981-1982 MAJ Edmond S. Komandosky ARNG 1980-1981 MAJ Dale M. Pyeatt ARNG 1979-1980 MAJ Richard E. Harrison ARNG 1978-1979 COL Robert D. Goodman * ANG 1977-1978 MAJ Bennie C. Adair ARNG 1976-1977 COL James B. McGoodwin * ARNG 1975-1976 CSM James H. Merritt ARNG 1974-1975 MAJ Rufus B. Martin * ANG 1973-1974 COL Jack Fisher * ARNG 1972-1973 LTC Guy C. Jackson III * ARNG 1971-1972 CSM William M. Huggins * ARNG 1970-1971 MG Everett S. Simpson * ARNG 1969-1970 LTC George R. Harper ARNG 1968-1969 LTC Louis A. Howard * ANG 1967-1968 LTC Louis E. Holder ANG 1966-1967 LTC Mickey Francis * ARNG 1965-1966 MAJ Clayborne Kruckemeyer * ANG 1964-1965 LTC Vernon M Scofield ARNG 1963-1964 LTC William L. Seals * ARNG 1962-1963 MAJ James M. Rose * ANG 1961-1962 COL Kay Halsell II * ARNG 1960-1961 COL Thomas S. Bishop * ARNG 1959-1960 BG Harley B. West* ARNG * Deceased


Michele Voorhees-LittlePresident

Charles ChaversVice-President

Justin PerrymanPresident-Elect

Albert CardenasSecretary-Treasurer

ngat executive committee


Michele Voorhees-LittlePRESIDENT

Justin perrymanPRESIDENT-ELECT

albert CardenasSECRETARY-TREASURER

Charles ChaversVICE-PRESIDENT

Gene CumminsSUSTAINMENT BDE

Dave Quine56th IBCT

Cathy stephens56th IBCT

David parnell72ND IBCT

andrea MarquesesHQ, TANG

albert Cardenas149th FW

Bennie BrooksRETIRED REP – REGION II

Bill abernathyRETIRED REP – REGION III

N G A T B o a r d o f D i r e c t o r s


Gerold GambleHQ, TXMF

Johnny hairgroveARNG TROOPS

ed Dextraze36th INFANTRY DIVISION

Daniel Quick72ND IBCT

tanya Cortez36th CAB

henry Wiley149th RW

Joe Dinkins136th CSB (ME)

Doug o’Connell71st BfSB

Charlton Mosley176th ENGR BDE

Charles Chavers136th AW

Dewayne NaumannSTATE GUARD REP

VacantRETIRED REP – REGION I

Deborah L. evansFAMILY READINESS REP

N G A T B o a r d o f D i r e c t o r s


Welcome to our 52nd AnnuAl conference of the National Guard

Association of Texas here in beautiful Corpus Christi! Well, actually I am here in

beautiful Basrah, Iraq, with the Headquarters, 36th Infantry Division, while you

are enjoying Corpus Christi. Oh well, I can recall other Association presidents

who spent a part of their tenure deployed overseas, so it must be one of the

hazards of the job!

It’s hard to believe that my two year tenure is coming to a close; it definitely

seems like only yesterday that I was elected president during our 50th

Anniversary Conference. At that time I shared with you that my vision for the

Association was that we would be a dynamic force for progress, as well as an anchor

of stability, for our professional force. I also shared four specific goals that I would now like to review.

First, I wanted to complete a strategic planning process for the Association, resulting in a Five Year Strategic

Plan. While we have made substantial progress towards this end, we have not yet produced the Five Year

Strategic Plan. However, one of our concerns was to ensure that the product not trump the process, and I

believe we have definitely pursued a planning process that has resulted in the identification and adoption of

many changes to the way our Association does business and the things that it supports and values.

Second, I wanted to increase NGAT annual membership by 20% a year, and to increase our participation in

EANGUS and NGAUS by 25% by this year. Here we have made no progress, except in an exceptional growth

in our life memberships. I will share with you that the area of membership has drawn exceptional scrutiny

from the Board, and I believe that the incentives that will be introduced during this conference should help us

considerably in achieving far better results in the next year.

Third, I wanted to expand junior officer and enlisted

participation in the legislative arena and to grow our

percentage of members participating in our legislative

email campaigns to 15%. We have sponsored both

junior officers and junior enlisted soldiers and

airmen to EANGUS and NGAUS legislative training

conferences, as well as on our legislative task force.

Our participation in the email campaigns is difficult

to measure by individual, but we have averaged

over 7,500 messages annually to our Texas

delegation, so that certainly reflects a healthier

participation than in years past.

P r e s i d e n t ’ s A n n u a l R e p o r t


Fourth, I wanted to increase participation in NGAT activities, including conference attendance at state and national

conferences, and in our committees. Our hosting of the NGAUS 2010 conference provided an exceptional vehicle

for our membership to get fully engaged, and that they did! We are especially grateful to our enlisted and retired

members for the outstanding support they provided, allowing our officers to attend and enjoy the conference

activities. However, there is still much to be done in this area.

As all presidents, I regret that there was so much more that I wanted to do, but time and the operations tempo

of the Guard kept all of us fully engaged. I leave with a mixture of pride and regret, and look forward to the

opportunity to be able to continue serving this great organization.

Enjoy your time in Corpus Christi, and take advantage of the unique opportunity this conference venue gives

you to form new friendships and renew old ones. Our soldiers here in Iraq are envious of you at this moment, so

remember us in some of your toasts!

God bless you all!

Michele R. Voorhees-Little

LTC, TXARNG

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F i n a n c i a l R e p o r t

your assoCiatioN enjoyed an exceptionally strong year financially in FY09-10, achieving its

largest net income in over ten years, and almost doubling last year’s new record. The following

comments address the Statement of Financial Position as of August 31, 2010, and the Actual vs. Budget

performance, Sep 09-Aug 10.

Net income for the year was $151,662, an increase of 61.1% over last year. The increase in income

was due almost entirely to a $192,488 Insurance Experience Refund, the largest in many years.

Insurance program receipts increased 5.2%, the same as the previous year. Our 2010 Annual

Conference produced a profit of $5,554, although we had budgeted a $6,749 loss. Dividends and

Interest income fell significantly from FY 08-09, but still yielded $349 more than budgeted. Individual membership dues

income fell $2,900 from the previous year, a budget shortfall of $1,884. Corporate membership was down 14.1% to $21,700,

but exceeded the budget by $6,700. Our sale of NGAT News Magazine advertisements was down 2.4% to $18,105, but

exceeded budgeted income by $6,105. Overall, we exceeded budgeted income by 150%.

Actual expenses exceeded budgeted expenses by over $102,264, but the excess was accounted for by insurance commissions,

staff performance bonuses, and a one-time insurance fee adjustment charge. Performance bonuses are not programmed or

guaranteed, but are granted solely at the discretion of the board. Bonuses allow us to reward staff while keeping personnel

costs predictably stable. We also increased spending for our annual conference, where we spent almost $16,600 more than

in 2009, and $22,614 more than budgeted. Our Public Affairs costs were down over 10%, and $6,300 under budget, due to

fewer pages devoted to one issue and lower production numbers. Facilities and Equipment was also up $2,519, although office

administration fell by $1,848. Association Management costs also fell $5,698, largely due to fewer travel costs.

Of particular note, we increased spending on Military Affairs 18.9%, up to $43,573, reflecting the Board’s desire to invest

more in our Guard membership through support of military activities. Spending on Legislative Affairs was down almost 15% to

$12,030, due largely to the snowstorm in Washington D.C. that curtailed much of our annual legislative trip.

We also report significant growth in two of our restricted funds accounts. Life membership receipts for the year totaled

$32,750, bringing the Life Membership Funds total to $99,062. On the balance sheet, the Life Membership Funds total

includes the Second-Miler fund (still at $20,000). Proceeds from the 2008 NGAT Conference Silent Auction totaled $6,331,

and brought the NGAT Foundation Fund total to $27,001. The foundation will be a new 501(c)3 spin-off organization being

set up to provide education, morale, and support for the Texas Military Forces.

The Association finished the year with Total Equity of $722,593, an increase of $190,742 over FY08-09. We also saw an

improvement in our current ratio from 2.26 to 2.48.

In August 2009, the Board adopted a budget for FY10-11 (see Budget, Sep 2010 - Aug 2011). We budgeted for a $48,170

deficit, although we expect that income may actually be modestly higher, and that some projected costs might not be as high

as expected. Several budget lines were adjusted to reflect better historical data, and spending was increased in many areas in

which the Board wished to invest.

albert Cardenas

Secretary/Treasurer


S t a t e m e n t o f F i n a n c i a l Po s i t i o n

assets Current assets Checking/Savings 1000 · Chase Bank 110,469.35 1010 · Frost Bank 82,966.15 1025 · Petty Cash 162.57 1035 · United Heritage Credit Union 7,760.48 1060 · Edward Jones 180,785.78 Total Checking/Savings 382,144.33 accounts receivable 1201 · Accounts Receivable 343,360.55 Total Accounts Receivable 343,360.55 other Current assets 1100 · Certificates of Deposit 121,473.56 1300 · Prepaid Insurance Premiums 32,423.88 1305 · Prepaid Expenses 3,599.30 total other Current assets 157,496.74 Total Current Assets 883,001.62 Fixed assets 1500 · Land 100,000.00 1502 · Building 100,000.00 1505 · Furniture & Equipment 104,040.38 1520 · Accumulated Depreciation -196,618.63 total Fixed assets 107,421.75 other assets 1600 · Bonds 48,404.17 1650 · Stocks 41,258.73 Total Other Assets 89,662.90 totaL assets 1,080,086.27 LiaBiLities & eQuity Liabilities Current Liabilities Accounts Payable 2001 · Accounts Payable 10,906.48 Total Accounts Payable 10,906.48 Other Current Liabilities 2009 · Employee Bonus/Accrued Leave 65,693.10 2100 · Payroll Liabilities 4,048.92 2200 · Sales Tax Payable 189.78 2300 · Premiums Payable 171,749.26 2400 · NGAUS Dues Payable 5,814.00 2410 · NGAUS Advance Payment 9,895.00 2450 · EANGUS Dues Payable 317.00 2560 · NGAT NewsMagazine Advertising 825.00 2620 · Premiums for Future Period 43,231.85 2700 · NGEDA Collections 3,744.80 2750 · Avn Bde - Heritage Project 613.01 2850 · Military Forces Conf Foundation 40,464.63 Total Other Current Liabilities 346,586.35 Total Current Liabilities 357,492.83 Total Liabilities 357,492.83 equity 3016 · Life Membership Funds 99,062.00 3020 · NGAT Foundation Fund 27,001.29 3100 · Building Fund 200,000.00 3200 · Reserve Fund 200,000.00 3900 · Fund Balance 44,868.08 Net income 151,662.07 total equity 722,593.44 totaL LiaBiLities & eQuity 1,080,086.27


A c t u a l E x p e n s e s v s B u d g e t , S e p 2 0 0 9 - A u g 2 0 1 0

Sep‘09-Aug10 Budget $OverBudget %ofBudgetOrdinaryIncome/Expense Income 4005 · Annual Conference 128,065.50 109,200.00 18,865.50 117.28% 4020 · Bank Fees 4,241.25 2,430.00 1,811.25 174.54% 4025 · Dividends & Interest 6,348.56 6,000.00 348.56 105.81% 4045 · Insurance Premium - Direct Bill 156,787.87 147,000.00 9,787.87 106.66% 4046 · Insurance Premiums - Allotments 230,036.82 195,000.00 35,036.82 117.97% 4047 · Insurance Commissions 72,060.80 63,000.00 9,060.80 114.38% 4048 · Insurance Premiums - AFLAC 3,083.17 4049 · Insurance Experience Refund 192,488.00 4055 · Membership - Individual 8,115.70 10,000.00 -1,884.30 81.16% 4062 · Membership - Corporate 21,700.00 15,000.00 6,700.00 144.67% 4065 · News Magazine Ads 18,105.00 12,000.00 6,105.00 150.88% 4075 · NGEDA 10,073.65 10,000.00 73.65 100.74% 4080 · Other Income 7,299.99 3,000.00 4,299.99 243.33% 4400 · Miscellaneous Income 5,469.95 Total Income 863,876.26 572,630.00 291,246.26 150.86%Gross Profit 863,876.26 572,630.00 291,246.26 150.86% Expense 6005 · Annual Conference Expense 134,814.39 112,200.00 22,614.39 120.16% 6020 · Association Management 21,590.88 26,750.00 -5,159.12 80.71% 6080 · Facilities and Equipment 12,319.60 12,950.00 -630.40 95.13% 6100 · Human Resources 343,604.00 305,290.00 38,314.00 112.55% 6110 · Insurance Program 44,632.94 15,200.00 29,432.94 293.64% 6130 · Legislative 12,030.22 17,600.00 -5,569.78 68.35% 6140 · Membership 2,605.83 2,700.00 -94.17 96.51% 6145 · Military Affairs 43,573.04 22,590.00 20,983.04 192.89% 6160 · Office Administration 31,686.27 23,770.00 7,916.27 133.3% 6175 · Other Expenses 1,059.63 300.00 759.63 353.21% 6195 · Public Affairs 64,297.39 70,600.00 -6,302.61 91.07% Total Expense 712,214.19 609,950.00 102,264.19 116.77%Net Ordinary Income 151,662.07 -37,320.00 188,982.07 -406.38%Net Income 151,662.07 -37,320.00 188,982.07 -406.38%


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Sep‘09-Aug10 Sep‘10-Aug11OrdinaryIncome/Expense Income 4005 · Annual Conference 109,200.00 106,950.00 4020 · Bank Fees 2,430.00 3,400.00 4025 · Dividends & Interest 6,000.00 6,000.00 4045 · Insurance Premium - Direct Bill 147,000.00 144,000.00 4046 · Insurance Premiums - Allotments 195,000.00 207,000.00 4047 · Insurance Commissions 63,000.00 66,000.00 4048 · Insurance Premiums - AFLAC 0.00 3,600.00 4049 · Insurance Experience Refund 0.00 0.00 4055 · Membership - Individual 10,000.00 8,200.00 4062 · Membership - Corporate 15,000.00 17,000.00 4065 · News Magazine Ads 12,000.00 14,700.00 4074 · NGAUS 0.00 12,000.00 4075 · NGEDA 10,000.00 12,000.00 4080 · Other Income 3,000.00 4,250.00 4300 · Sale of Securities 0.00 0.00 Total Income 572,630.00 605,100.00GrossProfit 572,630.00 605,100.00 Expense 6005 · Annual Conference Expense 112,200.00 109,100.00 6020 · Association Management 24,250.00 35,740.00 6080 · Facilities and Equipment 12,950.00 15,520.00 6100 · Human Resources 307,290.00 327,960.00 6110 · Insurance Program 15,700.00 16,800.00 6130 · Legislative 17,600.00 27,200.00 6140 · Membership 2,700.00 1,600.00 6145 · Military Affairs 22,590.00 26,700.00 6160 · Office Administration 23,770.00 26,850.00 6175 · Other Expenses 300.00 300.00 6195 · Public Affairs 70,600.00 65,500.00 Total Expense 609,950.00 653,270.00NetOrdinaryIncome -37,320.00 -48,170.00OtherIncome/Expense Other Expense 9000 · Investment Loss - Unrealized Total Other Expense Net Other Income 0.00 0.00NetIncome -37,320.00 -48,170.00


L e g i s l a t i v e C o m m i t t e e R e p o r t

The NGAT Legislative Committee had a very busy and successful year in FY09-10, and has a full slate of activities planned for FY10-11. Several key legislative goals were secured, and NGAT members were also very active in communicating with our Congressional delegation.

o r G a N i Z a t i o NThe organization of the Legislative Committee includes the NGAT office staff, the Legislative Task Force, the

Resolutions Committee, and the Email/Fax Brigade. The NGAT staff is responsible for organizing and pursuing a

year-round legislative agenda, and supporting the activities of the other three components. The Legislative Task

Force is comprised of volunteers who pay their own way to Washington, D.C., and partner with the leadership

of the Texas National Guard in presenting the TAG priorities and initiatives to the Texas congressional delegation.

The Resolutions Committee reviews resolutions submitted to the Association by the TXMF, NGAUS, EANGUS,

and industry for Association endorsement. The Email/Fax Brigade responds to NGAT legislative alerts and directly

lobbies members of Congress as constituents.

The Texas National Guard has a Legislative Affairs Office whose mission is to coordinate legislative activities, develop legislative

priorities, and to respond to Congressional and state legislative enquiries. The office is headed by COL Bill Meehan, an NGAT Life

member, and is staffed by two civilian employees, Ms. Mary Elen Williams and Ms. Yvette Gonzales. NGAT has a close working

relationship with the staff, and we have achieved an integrated and focused legislative agenda.

In addition to actively working with the Texas Military Forces, NGAT maintains a close working relationship with several key

legislative partners. These include the National Guard Association of the United States (NGAUS), the Enlisted Association of the

National Guard of the United States (EANGUS), and the National Guard Bureau Office of Legislative Liaison (NGB-LL). We closely

monitor the legislative work of other key military associations, including the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA), the

Association of the United States Army (AUSA), and the Air Force Association (AFA). Finally, NGAT works closely with national and

state veteran entities to ensure representation of Guard veterans.

L e G i s L a t i V e t a s k F o r C e a C t i V i t i e sThe Legislative Task Force visit to Washington D.C. this year

was reduced in scope compared to previous years due to the

imposition of a freeze on earmarks in appropriations legislation,

eliminating the need to present a TXNG priority funding list.

Instead, a small NGAT delegation met with key members of the

Texas delegation and pressed several personnel issues. NGAT did

host its annual Congressional Staff Appreciation reception, which

was well attended by members and staff. We are making plans to

return to Washington D.C. in late spring in conjunction with a proposed visit by Major General Nichols to meet members and

staff, and host another legislative reception for the Texas delegation.

k e y L e G i s L a t i o N p a s s e DA key legislative victory this past year was a provision in the FY 2011 National Defense Authorization Act that allows TRICARE

beneficiaries keep their dependent children insured on their own plans up to age 26. The TRICARE Management Activity office

is tasked with coordinating all the details. Although the new program will not formally take effect for several months, it is

important to note that the government will pay the bill for any eligible health care costs incurred retroactive to 1 January 2011.

Remember to keep copies of all of your bills if you plan to enroll your children in this program. You will be able to submit claims for

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Let your voice be heardwrite to congress

reimbursement when the program is finally implemented. There will definitely be an additional premium to be paid for those dependents

between the ages of 21 and 26.

TRICARE fees/deductibles were frozen again last year, and after considerable pushback from the military community, Secretary

Gates has taken this off the table for the current year’s budget. However, this is a battle that may surface in either the House or

the Senate as cost-cutting measures are considered and debated. Medicare reimbursement

rates for doctors were due to be reduced, but have been postponed once again. This is an

important issue for us, since TRICARE reimbursement rates are tied to the Medicare rate. If

reimbursement rates fall for Medicare, then fewer doctors will continue to accept TRICARE.

See NGAT Legislative Priorities for specific legislative initiatives for this year.

e M a i L / F a x B r i G a D eNGAT members have been very responsive in writing to Congress in support of specific legislation. This past year Texas ranked

third in the nation in the number of messages sent to Congress through the NGAUS website, sending 8146 messages to members

of Congress. This year we hope to generate over 12,000 messages. If only 1,000 of our members would commit to sending one

message a month, we can reach this goal and hopefully achieve some notable legislative successes. Watch for email alerts, or logon to

ngat.org to keep informed.

L e G i s L a t i V e W e B s i t eThe NGAT legislative website continues to be the primary means of keeping you informed of critical legislation. We maintain it

in-house, and depend heavily on utilizing links to other legislative partners’ websites to keep you informed (they have paid staff

to follow legislation). We considered utilizing a third-party service such as Cap Wiz to make the process of corresponding with

legislators simpler and more accessible to all, but right now that service is available through both NGAUS and EANGUS, so we urge

you to use either or both sites.


N G A T L e g i s l a t i v e P r i o r i t i e s

While NGAT will pursue initiatives designed to enhance or expand benefits for current, former, or retired members of the Guard, it is important for our members to realize that the current Congress is not only unfriendly to increasing government expenditures, it is looking to reduce costs wherever possible. Your Association finds itself as much engaged in trying to retain existing benefits as in trying to expand benefits. We believe the next few years will be critical in securing existing benefits from radical cuts.

Our legislative priorities for 2011-2012 are much the same as for the last few years, illustrating how difficult it is to secure expanded benefits, and how important it is to recognize and defend against attacks on existing benefits.

In addition to supporting the federal and state initiatives of the Adjutant General, NGAT is pursuing the following priorities for our members:

F e D e r a L

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triCare: Remove fee determination from DOD to the Congress. Continue to block any proposed health care fee increases, enrollment fees, or increased co-payments or deductibles. Prevent any erosion of existing benefits (pharmacy, quality of care). Provide TRICARE Prime coverage to all drilling Guard members. Block any reduction in TRICARE/Medicare reimbursement rates for physicians.health insurance premium offset: Allow Guard families the option of an equivalent offset to civilian plan premiums during activation.pre-tax triCare payments: Allow uniformed services retiree beneficiaries, their family members and survivors to pay TRICARE enrollment fees and supplemental insurance premiums with pre-tax dollars.Dental: Provide all Guardsmen coverage under the TRICARE Dental Program (TDP) to include an annual dental examination at no cost to the member and full payment by the TDP of any dental treatment needed to bring the member into a Dental Class 1 or 2.post traumatic stress Disorder assistance: Fully fund PTSD/TBI care and research initiatives. Partner with health care entities to seek funding for community-based programs that mitigate, treat and help overcome the damage of service family post traumatic stress disorder.

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total Force Gi Bill: Raise GI Bill educational benefit rates to cover at least the average cost of a public college education and allow accrual of benefits for reservists who serve multiple tours of active duty up to 36 months.transferability of Benefits: Fund unlimited transferability to dependents of both the Post 9/11 Veterans Education Assistance Act of 2008 and the Montgomery GI Bill benefits.

FaMiLies

pre-tax Childcare expenses: Allow Guard families to pay childcare expenses on a pre-tax basis. employment program: Fund skill building and employment programs for spouse and family members.

retireMeNt

early retirement: Make current early retirement eligibility for Guard members retroactive to 9-11-01. Reduce the age a retired Guardsman can receive military retirement pay by one year for every two years served after 20 years.Duty points: Remove the annual limit on inactive duty points that can be applied to retirement.title 32 Benefits parity: Eliminate the lack of benefits parity between duty performed under Title 10 (federal authority) and Title 32 (state authority) by allowing military service under Title 32 to be creditable for the same purposes as military service under Title 10.

other

employer tax Credit: Authorize federal dollar-for-dollar tax credits to employers who make up negative salary differentials of their deployed Guard and Reserve employees. Provide employers a tax credit for compensation paid during the period employees are performing service as members of the Ready Reserve or the National Guard.ssaN taxes: Lower the tax on retirees’ social security benefits from 85 percent to 50 percent.

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tuition assistance:Restore $4,000,000 to the biennium budget for tuition assistance for the Texas Military Forces.texas state Guard operations:Recommend that the full funding of $1,086,226 be restored to the biennium budget for Texas State Guard Operations.state Missions and training (txsG):Recommend that the full funding of $1,068,366 be restored to the biennium budget for missions and training funding for the TXSG, including Operation Lone Star.texas Military Forces Museum:Restore $600,000 to the biennium budget for the Texas Military Forces museum.

Senator Leticia Van de Putte speaks to members of the Texas Military Forces during a legislative reception held at the Texas State Capitol. (Photo by MSG (Ret) Theresa Billeck-Zuniga)


N G A T N e e d s Y o u r H e l pW R I T E T O C O N G R E S S T O D A Y !

NGat speaks with your us representative and senators on a regular basis. our agenda focuses on benefits for current members of the texas Military Forces, as well as for our military retirees and veterans. however, we can’t do it all alone. We need you to contact your Congressman and senators directly to voice your opinions and concerns on issues that affect your National Guard career and benefits for both active and retired members.

The legislative section on our website, www.ngat.org, offers you an insight into topics that we are currently pursuing, and it alerts you to actions you can take to help us while we help you in these efforts.

W ay s y o u C a N M a k e a D i F F e r e N C eJoin the Legislative action team: One of the first lessons you learn in Washington is the importance of good “timing.” The legislative staff knows when the “time is right” on the important issues. They know when legislation should be introduced, when committees are meeting, when critical votes will take place, and when a key input will make the most impact. When that time is right, NGAUS/EANGUS post “Legislative Alerts” on their web sites with all of the information you need to make an input using the “Write to Congress” feature. NGAT then immediately links to those issues of importance on our website. Visit the NGAT web site today — and often — and take action. Your support here will benefit all members of the National Guard.

please write to your congressional leaders using this web site as often as possible. Your continued support in this email campaign is appreciated.

Be an active member of your state association, and plan to attend the annual state and national conference. Remember, “Joining is Just the Beginning.” You can make a difference by staying in touch with the issues, serving on a committee or task force, and participating in the political process. The future of the National Guard depends on all of us taking an active role.

F o r a N G a t L e G i s L a t i V e D e p a r t M e N t u p D a t eVisit NGAT’s Legislative Action Center at www.ngat.org to see the latest issues.These issues are of significant importance to the National Guard and NGAT members, but without your input, they could easily go either way. Watch for email alerts, and be sure to act on the issues that interest you by contacting your Senators and Representative. you CaN Make a DiFFereNCe.


R e s o l u t i o n s C o m m i t t e e R e p o r t

the resoLutioNs CoMMittee is responsible for reviewing all NGAUS and EANGUS

resolutions submitted to NGAT and recommending to the conference resolutions to be approved

and forwarded to the appropriate national association. Members of this year’s Resolutions

Committee are COL Tony West (Chairman), BG James K. “Red” Brown, Lt Col Thomas Duke, LTC

Mike Dietz, MAJ Justin Perryman, and Maj Lyndy Doyle. Members of the TXARNG and TXANG

are consulted as needed for their expertise on specific issues and subject matter.

The Resolutions Committee has reviewed over seventy five resolutions to date. We anticipate

a number of resolutions still to come before the summer NGAUS and EANGUS conferences.

The committee recommends that the Resolutions Committee continue to review all resolutions

and forward recommended action on each resolution to the Executive Committee, and that the

Executive Committee be empowered to approve or disapprove all resolutions. H

tony West

Col, TXANG

Chairperson

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M i l i t a r y A f f a i r s C o m m i t t e e

oVer the past tWo years, the NGAT Board of Directors has channeled a significant investment of money

into support of military affairs activities. Military Affairs includes such areas as Unit Distributions, Command Support

Functions, Family Support, TXMF Museum Support, and Professional Development for the TXMF, including individual

sponsorships to the NGAT Conference, EANGUS Conference, and the NGAUS Conferences. In sum, NGAT spent well

over $75,000 in support of Military Affairs activities last year.

Last year NGAT spent almost $7,300 in support of various unit activities, including departure and homecoming

ceremonies for several units. Over $2,700 was spent on command support functions, including school graduations and

support for the TAGPEC program.

The NGAT Board of Directors has especially focused on developing a professional development program for the TXMF.

NGAT spent almost $7,000 to fund software and hardware for the Texas State Guard to implement a distance learning

component to its professional education program. That has now come online and should soon produce measureable

results and benefits to the State Guard. We also sponsored professional development breakfasts and breakouts for our

junior officers and junior enlisted at our annual conference.

A key part of professional development is ensuring that young soldiers and airmen have the opportunity to attend

professional conferences. Last year we sponsored ten soldiers and airmen to our NGAT conference in Austin. NGAT

also spent almost $20,000 in sponsoring eight soldiers and airmen along with NGAT directors and staff to the annual

EANGUS conference in St. Louis, MO. There were actually two NGAUS conferences that occurred in FY 2009 — the

2009 conference in Nashville and the 2010 conference in Austin. We sponsored several soldiers and airmen to Nashville,

including key committee chairmen for the Austin conference, spending $16,500. The amount of support we afforded for

Austin is difficult to calculate, since we gave free registration to NGAT members who were also NGAUS members, and

underwrote much of the Texas hospitality events as well as a TAG reception hosted by MG Mayorga.

Our family support activities also increased substantially last year. NGAT provides the office support for the Texas

National Guard Family Support Foundation, including individual grants and loan tracking and servicing, grant reporting,

and general administrative and bookkeeping functions.

The amount of in-kind support afforded the Foundation

exceeds $15,000 annually.

This year we hope to expand our professional

development activities to include regional and unit

events in the coming year. This will be an important

topic at our business meeting.


year reCipieNts serViCe

2010 BG James K. “Red” Brown ARNG

COL (Ret) Cindy Smith ARNG

2009 MG (TX) (Ret) Jerry Icenhower ARNG

MSG (Ret) Theresa Billeck-Zuniga ARNG

2008 Brig Gen Allen Dehnert ANG

COL (Ret) Rodney McNelley ARNG

2007 CMSgt (Ret) Joe Briggs * ANG

LTG (Ret) Don O. Daniel ARNG

2006 CMSgt (Ret) William Maginot ANG

CSM (Ret) Don Strickland ARNG

2005 COL (Ret) Dale Pyeatt ARNG

SGM Elmo Carreon ARNG

2004 COL (Ret) Larry N. Patterson ARNG

COL (Ret) Garry D. Patterson ARNG

2003 COL Michael L. Boyd ARNG

2002 CSM (Ret) E. Lewis Boehm, Jr. ARNG

2001 MG Robert L. Halverson ARNG

2000 MG (Ret) John B. Garrett ARNG

1999 Lt Col Charles P. Ford ** ANG

Col Gary R. Walston ANG

1998 COL (Ret) Eugene A. Mees * ARNG

1997 CSM Carroll Don Steelhammer** ARNG

MSgt Deritha M. Ceaser ANG

1996 CHAP (BG) Robert L. Herring ARNG

1995 COL (Ret) David Counts ARNG

CMSgt (Ret) David A. Holder ANG

CMSgt (Ret) Clarence E. Leonard ANG

1994 COL (Ret) Richard E. Harrison ARNG

CMSgt (Ret) Donald L. Smithers ANG

1993 BG David A. Heuer * ARNG

1992 LTC Susan L. Bickelmann ANG

1991 COL (Ret) Leroy M. Cobb* ARNG

1SG (Ret) Oscar G. Adame ARNG


1990 BG Leroy Thompson ANG

SFC (Ret) David N Cuellar ARNG

1989 CW4 James R. Harrison ARNG

CMSgt James D. Johnston ANG

CSMgt (Ret) Themis J. Maloukis ARNG

MG (Ret) Robert W. McDonald ANG

MG (Ret) James B. McGoodwin * ARNG

1988 MG (Ret) Elmer L. Stephens ARNG

1SG Vernon D. Day * ARNG

MG Bobby W. Hodges ANG

1987 MAJ Edmond S. Komandosky ARNG

CSM Arthur P. Allen ARNG

1986 CSM Earl R. Allen * ARNG

CW4 Harold D. Loftis ARNG

LTC Milton W. Johnston ARNG

CMSgt Oren W. McClure ANG

1985 CSM Bill S. Abernathy ARNG

LTG William O. Green* ARNG

1984 MG Willie L. Scott* ARNG

CMSgt Francis M. Arnold ANG

1983 BG J. Travis Blakeslee* ARNG

CSM John H. Henry ARNG

1982 LTG Everett S. Simpson* ARNG

CSM Richard M. Sutherland ARNG

1981 LTC John A. Farrand ARNG

LTC Robert H. Harmon ANG

1SG Truman N. Lee ARNG

1980 BG John A. Traeger* ARNG

CSM James H. Merritt ARNG

1979 LTG Thomas S. Bishop* ARNG

COL Harry L. Smith, Jr.* ANG

CSM Douglas O. V. Rives* ARNG

1978 COL Ervin C. Herber ANG

CW3 Lewis O. King* ARNG


1977 LTC James A. Spring** ARNG

1SG Clyde W. Worrell ARNG

1976 MAJ Edward O. Messick ANG

CWO Ignatius J. Stepchinski* ANG

1SG Morris W. Abercrombie ARNG

1975 CSM William W. Huggins* ARNG

SGM Donald L. Lindsey ARNG

1974 LTG Harley B. West* ARNG

1973 COL Robert L. Stockton* ARNG

1972 MG Thomas D. Blackwell* ARNG

SFC Fred M. Roy* ARNG

1971 LTG D. A. Thompson* ARNG

1970 CHAP (LTC) Charles A. Mull** ARNG

TSgt Ivan B. Burch ANG

1969 MG James E. Taylor* ARNG

LTC Mickey Francis* ARNG

SGM Albert K. Penrod* ARNG

TSgt James T. Densford, Jr. ANG

1968 MAJ Harold H. Blackshear ANG

SMSgt Shelby E. Luke, Sr. ANG

1967 LTG Clayton P. Kerr* ARNG

LTC Thomas E. Berry* ARNG

1966 LTG H. Miller Ainsworth* ARNG

LTG Albert Sidney Johnson* ARNG

SMSgt William F. Mead ANG

1965 CW4 Leonard T. Tallas* ARNG

1964 LTC Jay A. Matthews, Jr.* ARNG

MAJ James A. Rose* ANG

1963 MG Lloyd M. Benston, Sr.* TSG

SGM Charles W. Ray ARNG

1962 LTG Carl L. Phinney* ARNG

CWO Oakley H. Pittman ARNG

* Deceased ** Postumous

M i n u t e m a n R e c i p i e n t s R e c a l l e d

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oN JaN. 2, 2011, the 36th Infantry “Arrowhead” Division

headquarters assumed command and control of U.S. Division-South in

Basrah, Iraq, marking a significant milestone in the history of the Texas

National Guard. It is only the third time that an ARNG headquarters

has commanded active-duty forces in Iraq, and the first in which a

Guard unit will transition its role to a new U.S. consulate. It’s an honor

we take seriously, and one that would not have been possible without

the hard work and support of NGAT and the leadership of the Texas

Military Forces.

The 700 Texas Guardmembers serving in Iraq and Kuwait are proud

to be here. They come from all corners of Texas and all walks of life:

teachers, policemen, doctors, lawyers, engineers, civil servants, and

college students. Many of them previously served in Iraq, Afghanistan,

or the Balkans and were eager to be a part of this historic deployment.

Because of their diverse backgrounds and experience, they are

uniquely qualified at working closely with their counterparts in the

Iraqi Security Forces and U.S. State Department, and in managing the

immense logistical challenges posed by the drawdown and reposturing

of U.S. Forces in Iraq.

More importantly, just as their previous missions in support of civil

authorities in Texas are benefiting our work in Iraq, so too will the

experience gained here — working side by side with the ISF and

provincial governments, as well as civilians from the Provincial

Reconstruction Teams — benefit the Texas National Guard in future

missions across our great state.

With the support of NGAT and the good people of Texas, the men and

women of the 36th Division know there is nothing they can’t achieve.

The eyes of Texas are upon us, and we will not fail.

MG Eddy M. Spurgin


I n s u r a n c e C o m m i t t e e R e p o r t

the NGat iNsuraNCe proGraM had an uneven year in 2009-10. Income was down 1.0% from 2008-09, before

accounting for a very large experience refund.

Income from our term life insurance fell to $364,022 from $362,576, a decrease of 0.4%. Income from allotments,

reflecting income from active Guard members, rose 8.7% from $211,543 to $230,037. There was a substantial increase

in policies issued last year, but also a larger number of expiring policies than the year before. Income from direct billing,

reflecting premiums collected from retired or former Guard members and including those expiring policies, declined from

$152,479 to $132,539, about 13.1%. One reason for this decrease is that the people who dropped their insurance (moved

with no forwarding address, multiple unpaid premiums, reaching age 65, etc.) outnumbered the people who converted

from payroll deduction to direct billing after they left the Guard. A large number of these we were simply unable to contact

due to bad addresses. Income from insurance conversions, reflecting income from converting existing policies to other

policies and the sales of new whole life policies, decreased slightly from $69,244 to $66,172 a reduction of 4.4%. This

primarily reflects the sale of whole life policies for those turning 60 or 65, and policies for children and grandchildren.

SRP sales again constituted 100% of new sales. There were no unit visits conducted during the fiscal year. SRP dates

increased this year as another brigade deployed and the division headquarters also prepares to deploy. Policy sales have

slowed, but are still keeping pace with last year’s sales. As of the end of February 2011, overall cumulative income lags last

year’s record total by about 5%.

We continue to offer cancer and dental insurance from AFLAC. AFLAC is a top-tier insurance company, and we are

very pleased with the product and believe that you will be also. Our total income for last year was $3,083. Sales for the year

were sparse, perhaps reflecting the anemic economic climate. Please take time to review their offerings while at

the conference.

Last year we received an experience refund of $192,488, the second largest refund we have ever had. Since experience

refunds are based on the performance of the insurance pool in which we participate, they cannot be budgeted. This means

that the experience refund is essentially a welcomed gift at

the end of the insurance year!

NGAT enjoys a very supportive command climate, and

we feel that we have an excellent product for our Guard

members. We appreciate your help in spreading the word

to the entire Guard community.


This Is Your NGAT Staff

NGAT insurance agents

ray Lindner, CaeExecutive [email protected]

kathy GallatinInsurance Director

[email protected]

rob Casias, CMpDirector, Meetings &

[email protected]

MsG (ret) theresa Billeck-ZunigaMembership Director

[email protected]

rebecca hinojosaOffice Manager

[email protected]

reid DouglassMarketing/Membership

Assistant

Lori plummerBookkeeper

Laura sandersonInsurance Assistant

CoL (ret) ed komandosky CsM (ret) Don strickland MsG (ret) Larry todd ssG (ret) Wilmer roberts


M e m b e r s h i p C o m m i t t e e R e p o r t

the NGat MeMBership CoMMittee is composed of all members of the Board of Directors,

since Directors are individually responsible for their unit or regional enrollment.

Annual membership has continued to drop over the past quarter. At the end of February 2010,

we had 342 active annual members, 163 retired/former Guard annual members, and 127 TXSG

annual members, for a total of 632 annual members. This year, as of the end of February, we have

239 active annual members, 130 retired/former Guard annual

members, and 101 TXSG annual members, for a total of 470

annual members. We do get a considerable number of people

who renew their dues during the annual conference, so current

numbers may be slightly higher.

Our life membership has had an exceptionally strong year.

Currently, our life membership stands at 30,320 (not including

702 associate life members) compared to 30,318 last year.

The slight increase is due to the number of new life members

exceeding the number of deceased members. Last year we had

281 new life members. So far this fiscal year we have gained 72

new life members.

Our membership in national organizations remains overall poor. In

NGAUS, our membership percentage remains the worst in the nation. Last

year we had only 177 active members and 162 retired life members. In

EANGUS, our membership has also fallen considerably. This year, we have

230 annual members and 129 life members.

We encourage all NGAT members to assist us in

expanding membership to the next generation of

Guard soldiers and airmen.

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The Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States (EANGUS)H H H H H 40th Annual Conference H H H H H

August 14-17, 2011Charleston, west virginia

Make plans to join us in Charleston, West Virginia at the 2011 EANGUS Conference. Registration forms are located online at www.ngat.org.

aBout eaNGusThe Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States was formally organized in 1972 with the goal of increasing the

voice of enlisted persons in the National Guard. As such, EANGUS is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the status,

welfare and professionalism of Enlisted members of the National Guard by supporting legislation that provides adequate staffing,

pay, benefits, entitlements, equipment and installations for the National Guard. For more information about EANGUS go to

www.eangus.org.

MeMBershipEANGUS membership is included in the NGAT Annual Membership through 31 December 2011. Later this year, the NGAT Board of

Directors will review annual membership fees to determine if a dues increase will be required. Effective 1 Jan 2012, EANGUS Annual

Membership fee will increase from $9.00 per year to $12.00 per year. Life Membership in EANGUS is based on your current age. the

fee is $250.00 at age 50 or over. if under age 50, the fee shall be $250.00 plus the regular annual dues for each year the

member is under age 50. Visit the EANGUS membership link on our website for complete information on joining EANGUS.

LeGisLatioNEANGUS speaks with your US Representatives in the House and Senate on a daily basis. Our agenda focuses on you — members of

the Army and Air National Guard.

however, we can’t do it all alone. We need you to contact your respective Congressmen and Senators to voice your opinions and

concerns on issues that affect your National Guard careers and benefits.

The legislative section of the EANGUS website offers you an insight into topics that we

are currently pursuing, and it alerts you to actions you can take to help us while we help

you in these efforts. Some of our current issues are as follows:

• establishment of a retiree service office and retiree program for rC

• review of rC burial benefits

• establishment of a National Guard emergency relief Fund

• early retirement retroactivity

• reduce retirement age from 60 to 55

sGt Mireya CruzEANGUS Area IV Director



National Guard Association of the United States (NGAUS)H H H H H 133rd Annual Conference H H H H H

August 27-29, 2011milwaukee, wisconsin

Make plans to join us in Milwaukee, Wisconsin at the 2011 NGAUS Conference. Registration forms are located online at www.ngat.org.

aBout NGausNGAUS is a nonpartisan organization representing nearly 45,000 current and former Army and Air National Guard officers. Formed in

1878, NGAUS is focused on procuring better equipment, standardized training and a more combat-ready force by petitioning Congress

for resources. Well over a century later, NGAUS has the same mission.

MeMBershipNGAUS members provide the backbone and guidance NGAUS needs as it ensures the National Guard receives the best and latest

equipment; maintains readiness through comprehensive personnel initiatives; receives proper missions as part of the Total Force;

and fights for equitable retirement programs that give Guardsmen the support they’ve earned. Commissioned officers and warrant

officers of the Army and Air National Guard are eligible for NGAUS membership. For more information on how to join NGAUS and

membership benefits go to www.ngays.org.

LeGisLatioNOne of the first lessons you learn in Washington is the importance of good “timing.” The NGAUS legislative staff knows when the “time

is right” on the important issues. We know when legislation should be introduced, when committees are meeting, when critical votes

will take place, and when a key input will make the most impact. When that time is right, we post “Legislative Alerts” on our web site

with all of the information you need to make an input using our Write to Congress feature. Visit the NGAUS Web site often and take

action. Below are some of the issues we are currently working on:

• Broaden the definition of “veteran.”

• reduce the age National Guardsmen become eligible for

retirement pay.

• increase the number of nondual status technicians.

• remove fee determination from DoD to the Congress.

• Continue to block any proposed health care fee increases,

enrollment fees, or increased co-payments or deductibles.

• prevent any erosion of existing benefits (pharmacy, quality

of care).

• provide triCare prime coverage to all drilling Guard

members. Block any reduction in triCare/Medicare

reimbursement rates for physicians.




the 176th eNGiNeer BriGaDe (TF Hammer) is now past the halfway point on our deployment to Afghanistan. The over 4,000 Soldiers, Sailor, and Airmen of TF Hammer have been working diligently to support the efforts of the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan (GIRoA) in the northeastern half of Afghanistan. Our Route Clearance Patrols (RCPs) maintain freedom of movement on key routes by denying the enemy the ability to attack coalition, ANA, and civilian traffic with IEDs. Construction units provide the necessary infrastructure to support coalition and ANA forces and to provide the essential force protection to these forces. In addition, TF Hammer has partnered with ANA units to increase their capabilities, and has assisted the civilian population through the construction of an orphanage and the conduct of job skills training for local citizens. The civilian acquired skills of our Soldiers have proven extremely valuable in our mission, highlighting one of the key advantages of the National Guard in our contribution to National Defense. We have been able to overcome numerous challenges in construction material acquisition, enemy attack, and equipment maintenance to name a few. The hard work in preparation for deployment is paying off, and the dedication of our Soldiers is exemplary. We greatly appreciate all the support and letters we have received from the NGAT staff and the homefront. We look forward to our return to Texas this summer. Enjoy the conference and see you next year.

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The National Guard Association of Texas encourages military retirees to band together to protect your benefits by educating yourself on benefits available and advocating for the protection of earned benefits by active monitoring legislation in the U.S. Congress and the policies and proposals of the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs. Your voice can make a difference. Join the legislative brigade today by sending an email to [email protected]. We will contact you when critical issues need attention. H

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N G A T E d u c a t i o n a l F o u n d a t i o n C o m m i t t e e R e p o r t

the NatioNaL GuarD assoCiatioN oF texas eDuCatioNaL

FouNDatioN provides financial support of educational activities for Guard members and

dependents. Since its inception, the Foundation has awarded $340,000 in scholarships to

deserving men, women, and dependents of the Texas Military Forces.

The Foundation is governed by a seven-member Board of Directors. Current officers

and directors are: Richard Harrison (President), Dale Pyeatt (Vice-President), Mike Smith

(Secretary), Ray Lindner (Treasurer), Mike Boyd, Ed Komandosky, and Clyde Worrell.

Financially, FY 09-10 was a good year. At the close of the fiscal year, the Foundation reported total equity of $256,338

(see Statement of Financial Position as of 30 June 2010). We received 15,581 in contributions to the Foundation,

including $5,300 from last year’s NGAT Sports Events.

Last year we continued our sponsorship of a memorial project for the 30th Infantry Division, “Old Hickory,” which has

included a filming of veterans of the division returning to Europe to commemorate the division’s role in the liberation

of towns in France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. Several prominent Texans were members of that division, and

we were honored to assist in the project. We received $142,000 in grants from foundations last year that we used to

cover all expenses.

Based on the financial performance of FY 09-10, this year the Board authorized twelve academic scholarships totaling

$21,500 to be awarded. The NGAT Scholarship Committee, headed by COL (Ret) Richard Harrison, met in early

March 2011 and reviewed 24 candidate packets.

The Board is truly honored to do the work that it does, and appreciates

greatly those of you who continue to support our efforts to serve the Texas

Military Forces.

Respectfully submitted,

richard harrison

president


N G A T E F F i n a n c i a l s

ordinary income/expense income Grants Cain Foundation 112,000.00 Ed Rachal Foundation 30,000.00 Total Grants 142,000.00 Contributions Designated Donations/Memorials 7,475.00 Unrestricted donation 150.00 NGAT Conference Sports 5,299.09 NGAT BOD 657.35 Retirees 200.00 Memorials 50.00 Restricted 750.00 Contributions – Other 1,000.00 Total Contributions 15,581.44 Transfer from Equity Fund 14,300.00 total income 171,881.44 expense National Guard Memorial Project 1,000.00 “Old Hickory” Division Project 142,000.00 Miscellaneous 750.00 Accounting Fees 450.00 Bank Service Charges 25.00 Scholarship Awards 19,500.00 Total Expense 163,725.00 Net Ordinary Income 8,156.44 Other Income/Expense Other Income Dividends 14.26 Interest Income 4,517.93 Total Other Income 4,532.19 Net Other Income 4,532.19 Net income 12,688.63

DoNatioNs to the eDuCatioNaL FouNDatioN aLWays aCCepteD

the NatioNaL GuarD assoCiatioN oF texas eDuCatioNaL FouNDatioN has several endowments honoring former members of the Texas Military Forces. People who wish to donate to any of these endowments should contact NGAT at 512-454-7300 or mail their donation directly to the Educational Foundation at:

NGATEF3706 Crawford AveAustin, TX 78731-6308


N G A T E d u c a t i o n a l F o u n d a t i o n2 0 1 1 S c h o l a r s h i p W i n n e r s

Thomas E. Berry Memorial Scholarship $5,000 Olivia LabathDaughter of MAJ (Ret) Bert H. Labath, Life Member since 1988

Len and Jean Tallas Memorial Scholarship $2,500 Ethan ErinakesSon of LTC (TX) David Erinakes, Life Member since 2006

Lewis King Memorial Scholarship $2,500 Jared N. Niehl Son of MAJ Kenneth Niehl, Life Member since 1993

TXMF Retirees Scholarship $2,500 Chance WhinnerySon of Maj Gen (Ret) James E. Whinnery, Life Member since 1987

Everett S. Simpson Memorial Scholarship $2,000 Stephen QuickSon of LTC Daniel Quick, Life Member since 1985

Gloria Jenell and Marlin E. Mote Endowed Scholarship $1,250 William E. PrzybylaSon of LTJG (TX) William K. Przybyla, Life Member since 2008

1SG Harry E. Lux Memorial Scholarship $1,250 Elizabeth M. BoydDaughter of SFC (Ret) Peter Boyd, Life Member since 1985

T-Mates Scholarship $1,250 Kathryn A. KenyonDaughter of COL James T. Kenyon, Life Member since 2004

Sergeants Major Scholarship $1,000 Ethan ChamblissSon of CSM (Ret) Eddie C. Chambliss, Life Member since 1987

Chief Master Sergeants Scholarship $1,000 Alyssa BryantDaughter of TSgt (Ret) Joe A. Bryant, Life Member since 1987

MSG (Ret) John & Maudean Bamfield Scholarship $1,000 Kelsey B. NiemtschkSon of CPT Douglas Niemtschk, Life Member since 1992 Son of SPC Jennifer Johnson Niemtschk, Life Member since 1990

Edwards Ministerial Association Incorporated Scholarship $1,000 SGT Reshard HorneAnnual Member

USAA Scholarship $ 500 Adam CarleySon of SFC (Ret) Cathy (Carley) Holder, Life Member since 1987


N G A T L I F E M E M B E R SLife Membership in NGat provides the backbone

and support NGat needs as it ensures the National

Guard receives the best and latest equipment;

maintains readiness through comprehensive

personnel initiatives; receives proper missions as part

of the total Force; and fights for equitable retirement

programs that give Guardsmen the support they

earned. BeCoMe a LiFe MeMBer toDay!

annual Life Membership MembershipE1-E6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15. . . . . . . . . . . . $150E7-E9/W1-W3/O1-O3 . . . . . . $20. . . . . . . . . . . . $200W4-W5/O4-O5 . . . . . . . . . . . $25. . . . . . . . . . . . $200O6-O8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $30. . . . . . . . . . . . $200Retired . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15. . . . . . . . . . . . $100Associate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15. . . . . . . . . . . . $150

NAME UNIT/STATUSAlbert “Jeff” Adkinson JFTXRolando E. Aguilar 147 RWKelly Alberda 147 MDGWill Allen 254 CCGEddie Ambert 136th MXSPorfirio Anaya Co C 3-141 INFRobin D. Anderson 36th Sust BdeJavier A. Anzures HHC 1-141 INFJoseph G. Ashwood 147 RWJoe M. Avent, Jr State GuardHoward Bailey 147 FWWilliam L. Bailey Co B 1-133 FAAndrew Barnes 72nd IBCTEric Barnett 147 RWMichael D Baskin RetiredBrian Beauchamp Co E 2/149 AVNKenneth Bell Texas State GuardJames Bellah RetiredEloise Beltran HQ 72nd BCTPhilip W. Bilsky Jr. 136 MXGRobert D. Blackwell 136th MXSMichael Bland 1-133 FACarl L. Boeshore 217 TRSRonaldo Bonnick 136 MXSJeff Boyd 147 RWCarl C. Brandon Btry B 1-133 FALee Brasher 272 EISBrandon Britt JFHQLeslie W. Brock, Jr 36th Sust BdeBret L. Brogoitti 147 RWAshley Brown 2-149 AVNMelissa Brown 72nd IBCTMichelle Bryant 536th BSBVickie L. Bullard 147th FSSAdrian Burke 136th MXSJoseph W. Burkett IV JFHQJessica E. Bustos 147 RW/OSSPaul Byars 136st MXSBrian Lynn Capps 136th MP BnRachel Carlton 147 RWJon Carter 147 RWTodd Casterline 36 CABJames T. Castleman 136 AWToby R. Canon 176 EN BdeJeremy Shane Carter 147 RWMichael R. Cave Jr. 147th RWCynthia M. Chapa 712nd MP CoKaleb Christoffersen 147 RWKevin S. Clark 136 AWTheresa K. Cogswell-Morales 72nd IBCTDana Michael Collins 72nd IBCTDavid Compton 136th AWRaymond Cooper 72nd BSTBMali Cornitius 147 RWMike Cornitius 147 RW MXGAngelica Cortijo 147 RWJonathan Coutu 136th MXSPatrick S. Covington 147 CESStanley Crow RetiredGeorge W. Cunningham 147 RWEddie Daffern 36th ID BandRoland Dansereau 147 RWChristine Marie DeAnglis HHD 536th Spt BnRay Mata Delgado 249 QM Co AMary M. Dennison 147 RWChristine deSocarraz Texas State GuardJimmy Dietz 128 FSJoshua Dinet HHB 1-133 FADavin L Dukes 273 IOSRobert Duley 136th MEBWendell Duplechin 147th AMXSThomas Duplissey Retired

NAME UNIT/STATUSScott Easley 147 RWRichard Ecks 136 AWFaith Elmore 147 RWJohnie William Elsenburg III 272 EISKimberly Machelle Elzie 147 RWKenneth England HHC 1-143rdJoseph English 136th OSFSteven P. Erb 147 CESCarlos A. Espinola 72nd IBCTTroy Evanovich RetiredAndrew Ferguson 149 FWJeremy Ferguson 149 FWRichard R. Flores HHC 72 IBCTRobert L. Ford 176th EN BdeJustin R. Frasier 176th EN BdeDaniel Fredenthal Co B 536th BSBMarcus Gaines III 147 Maintenance GrpGriffith W. Gale FSC 111th Engr BnGerold O. Gamble 147 RWDaniel Garcia III 1-133rd FANicholas Garcia Co A 535th BSBNick Garcia 149th CFMario Garza Co A 536th BSBBill Gentry 149 FWRichard Ghinelli 551st EN CO (MRBC)Denys Gifft 136 MXSHerbert M. Gladwill 147 RWJohn A. Gonzalez 136 SFSJorge G. Gonzalez Co F 536th BSBXavier Gonzalez RetiredKevin K. Gorman HHC 1-141 INFEric Grant Co A 949th BSBThomas R. Gulley 147 RWBrian Hammerness JFTXJeffrey Hancock Btry B 1-133 FAChris L. Harrigan 136 AWHarlan Daniel Harris 143rd LRSDLeah Harris 136 AWPeter K. Harris 254 CCGTracey Haycraft HHC 536th BSBBrian R. Hildebrand 72nd IBCTJerald E. Hill State GuardSandy P. Hodge 272nd EISClaude Hoke IV 147 OSSJessee L. Holbrook III RetiredMeshell Tee Horton 112th CS Spt CoChristopher Howell 273 IOSKeil Hubert 136th Commo FltJeremy D. Hughes Co C 1-112 CAVSean Ibarguen 72 IBCTStaffon D. Isaac 147 MXGDevlan R. Islas 149th FWThomas James RetiredTajuana Parker Jefferson 147 RWKevin B. Jennings 136 AWAristides Jimenez 272 EISBenjamin Johnson JFTXJeffrey C. Johnson 272nd EISMarvin Johnson HHC 36 SUS BDETerrance D. Johnson 149 FWMarquita Johnson-Bailey 136 MGGary Jones 147 RWJohn Kane 149th FWDon Kang 149 FWMichael Kelley 72nd IBCTBrent Kemp 3/124 CAVJohann Richard Kinsey Texas State GuardPaul E. Krenning 447 ASGBrian Kriss 136 AWDaryl V. Krug RetiredDebra Krupa 147 MDGMax H. Krupp 5SF Bn 19 SF Grp C Co

NAME UNIT/STATUSWilliam K. Kuaiwa III 111 RSJohn D. Laing 72nd IBCTRichard Lara E Co, 536th BSBKristy Leasman 273 IOSMichael S. Lewis HHC, 136th MP BNJesse M. Linville 136th AWSuzanne B. Lipcaman 147 RWThomas J. Loftis 176th EN BdeMichael A. Lovell TXSGJeffrey A. Lowe 221 CCQMichael Lowe 136 AWWanda Lutz 147 MDGChris Macharelli 136th MXSMelanie Magill 176th Engr BdeJeremy V. MaGruder 36th Sust BdeDavid March 272 EISDwayne A Martin 273 IOSMarcos A. Martinez Co C 3-141 INFShelly Matthews 272 EISAdelia McClain 149 FWLeveda McDaniels 36th Sust BdeWalter McNeal 536th BSBJames L. Melton 136th MXSChristopher Mersinger HHC 72nd IBCTAmber Meyers Co B 72 STBRichard Milford 176th EN BdeChad E. Milton 147 AMXSLeonor O. Milton 147 OSSCheryl Ann Minks Co F 536th BSBJackie Mitchell 272 EISGeorge Monnat Jr Texas State GuardMario Morel 272 EISEric Morley 36 IDSean Morrison 217 Tng SqDavid Moulton HHT 1-112 CAVAugust T. Murray 72nd IBCTMichael Nelson 147 RWTien Nguyen 147 LRSLeonardson Noel 147 RWCraig T. Normand 142nd ROCNeil Novosad 273 IOSDonald A. Nygard 217 TRSCaleb Oldham Co C 1-112 CAVEric Onishi 176th EN BdeJason Palm 147 RWVictor J. Peluso II 254 CCGJose Pena Jr. 386 ENGR BNShannon Perkins Co E 536th BSBKaren Perry 72nd IBCTEric D. Petersen 147th OGPaul Petit Texas State GuardHieu Pham Trp C 1-112 CAVJohn P. Phillips 712th MP CoJoshua L. Phillis HHC 1-141 INFSalomon J. Pinzon 72nd IBCTLoren Leo Pogue 36th IDSandra M. Poppy 176 Engr BdeAnthony Przymus 147 RWTrenton R. Puckett HHC 1-141 INFMarilyn Reed JFHQRoel Resurez Co A 72nd BSTBRoss Rey 272 EISHector R. Reyes Co E 536th BSBRichard M. Reynolds Jr. 147 RWLeonard Richardson 272 EISWilliams S. Riggins Jr. 149th MDSJose Rivera HHC 3-141 INFCharles R. Roach Trp A 1-112 CAVLachelle Robinson JFHQJeffery Robinson 272 EISRodney T. Robinson Rec & Ret BnSharon Rodriguez 136 AW

NAME UNIT/STATUSShannon L. Rogers 147 RWTory Rose 272 EISTosha Rowberry RetiredEric K. Ruiz 136th MXSShane Ruppel HHC 3-141 InfSean Ryan 36th Sust BdeBenjamin Salisbury 136 MXSWayne Sanaghan 136 CESAlfred John Sanchez HHC 1-141 INFRay A. Sanchez State GuardLuis R. Santiago 147th MXGStacey Richard Schieber 72 IBCTTimothy J. Senecaut 111th Engr BnTaylor G. Sessions 147 RWRoy A. Sharp D 1-141 INFJohn A. Shirey 136th OGGary Sibert RetiredAnthony Simms 36 CABPromise R. Simon 147 RWFrank Simoneaux 176 EN BdeLester Simpson 176th EN BdeDavid H. Smith 149 FWJosh M. Soblaskey 147th OSSBrandt Spenrath 147th RWWilliam Spiesman 147 OGBrian Srubar 147 RWRicky E. Steen 272nd EISPamela Stephens 36th Sust BdeThomas Stewart 136th AWJames M. Stiles 136th MXSDuane R. Stoddard Jr. 136th MP BnLauren Stolen 147 RWDavid Stribling 272 EISBrian Stuart HHC 1-141 INFRichard A. Sublett HQ 136th MEBJohn Suprynowicz HQ 1-141 INFGlen Sutton 136 AWSusannah Swindoll A536th BSBPatrick Swint RetiredPedro M. Tambunga 217 TRSDenise Taylor 136 AWWilliam W. Taylor III 272nd EISCarlos Juan Tello HHC 1-141 INFWilliam Hank Thetford 72nd IBCTTheresa Thomas 147 RWJohn W. Tillery 136 AWJoseph C Topping III HHB 3-133 FASean Trobaugh HHC 72nd IBCTKimberly Tully 176 EN BdeCleve Turnbow 136 SFSMarco A. Vieyra 147 RWMichael Villalobos 71st TIOGJustin Vogel 181st ASMichael Vogel 181st ASAdam Walker 254 CCGLarry Warmoth 147 RWMichael Warren 273 IOSGlen E. Webb HHC 1-149 ARBMark A. Weedon HQ 1-141 INFLatonia White HQ 72 IBCTKevin M. White 217 TRSMark White 840th MACDaniel L Wiggs 136 MXSRodney T. Wilk 176th EN BdeTerence Winkler 147th OGCraig Yarbrough 36th IDJeffrey Young 254 CCGElizabeth Yzaguirre 147 RWJennifer Lauren Zavaglia 72nd IBCTMatthew Louis Zavaglia 1-141 INFTony Zinn 147 RW MXGMeredith Zinni 136 ALCFAnthony Zissimos 273 IOS


NatioNaL GuarD assoCiatioN oF texas3706 Crawford Avenue • Austin, Texas 78731-6308

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WO Ralph CrawfordRetiredFort Worth

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