by | Dec 6, 2016 | Legislative, Legislative
Update: House-passed NDAA The conference report on the National Defense Authorization Act for 2017 is published and on its way to becoming law. The House of Representatives approved it on Friday, December 2nd, passing the annual defense policy measure...
by | Nov 30, 2016 | Legislative, Legislative, Roll Call
Drill Weekend Talking Points for December 2016 Overview and Analysis of S. 2943 – National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017 Conference Report Summary S. 2943 Conference Report (full report) Conference Committee’s Joint Explanatory Statement EANGUS...
by | Nov 28, 2016 | Uncategorized
#GivingTuesday is a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration. #GivingTuesday kicks off the charitable season when many people focus on their holiday and end-of-year giving. Please consider generously donating to...
by | Nov 4, 2016 | Legislative, Legislative, Roll Call
Drill Weekend Talking Points for November 2016 Congressional Update The 114th Congress has precious few days following the November 8 elections to pass any meaningful legislation. The Senate and House must agree on a Continuing Resolution (CR) to fund the...
by Frank Yoakum | Oct 17, 2016 | Legislative, National Guard, Politics, Technician
There has been some talk over the past several months about conversion. No, we are not talking about religion—we are talking about the Guard’s technician program. Section 1053 of the 2016 National Defense Authorization Act (Public Law 114-92), requires the SECDEF to...
by Frank Yoakum | Oct 17, 2016 | Politics
On Thursday, October 13th, EANGUS Executive Director Frank Yoakum and Legislative Director Scott Bousum, together with members of The Military Coalition, attended a meeting with Clinton for America and Donald Trump campaign officials and advisors in Alexandria,...
by BRYAN BIRCH | Oct 17, 2016 | Education
Dylan Raymond – Military Recruitment Lead is in search for 3 student veteran candidates interested in the Houston, TX area, with logistics experience obtaining their Bachelors degree fall 2016/spring 2017 or within the past 3 years to fill 3 fulltime roles....
by | Oct 13, 2016 | Uncategorized
at Capitol Skyline Hotel 10 I Street SW Washington, DC 20024 Agenda: Sunday, 5 Feb – Travel day/Super Bowl Party Ice Breaker Monday, 6 Feb – Legislative Workshop/Evening Social Tuesday, 7 Feb – Legislative Workshop/Congressional Legislative Reception Wednesday, 8 Feb...
by | Sep 30, 2016 | Uncategorized
EANGUS Drill Weekend Talking Points: October 2016 Continuing Resolution In typical fashion, members punted until the final hours and created some unnecessary drama. However, the Continuing Resolution (CR) passed the House and Senate and the Federal Government will be...
by | Sep 29, 2016 | Uncategorized
CONTINUING RESOLUTION Since returning from August Recess, there were several issues delaying a final agreement: Funding Planned Parenthood clinics in Puerto Rico as part the fight against Zika Temporarily exempting pesticide spraying needed to control mosquitoes from...
by STEPHEN BURRIS | Sep 21, 2016 | Uncategorized
Follow this LINK for YOUR chance to win one of 15 — $500.00 Sportsman’s Warehouse gift cards that can be used in a store or online. All proceeds will be used to support the 2017 EANGUS National Conference in Reno, Nevada....
by John Harris | Sep 14, 2016 | Uncategorized
The Department of Education will be holding informational webinars regarding the ITT closure and the way forward. Effective Sep 6, 2016, ITT Technical Institute has discontinued operations at ALL campuses. What does this mean for your GI Bill benefits? This means you...
by John Harris | Aug 17, 2016 | Uncategorized
GET THE EANGUS APP. This will provide you with the latest information as things change. The EANGUS Conference is not being cancelled, and due to an outpouring of support from the State Associations, National Guard volunteers are coming to Louisiana to roll up...
by John Harris | Aug 10, 2016 | Benefits
At long last, the EANGUS App has arrived. It is ready to support our attendees at the 45th Annual Conference and our membership all year long. If you see something that you would like to have added to the App, let us know! Currently on the App: Past Presidents of...
by | Jul 31, 2016 | Uncategorized
New Patriot DIGITAL EDITION The Summer 2016 Edition is available online. FEATURES: Guard Recruiting Assistance Program (G-RAP) Mr. Doug O’Connell & Executive Director Frank Yoakum TRICARE Reforms Mr. Jim Schweitzer, US Family Health Plan Alliance Conference...
by | Jul 26, 2016 | Uncategorized
Buses will be available from the airport, POV parking, Jr Enlisted Night, Welcome Night, and All Area Night at no cost. The transportation schedule will be posted as soon as it is developed. Check www.eangus2016.org for the latest information, the weekly Minuteman...
by STEPHEN BURRIS | Jul 23, 2016 | Scholarship
It is with great excitement that ANGEA announces its 2016 Scholarship Winners. The competition was tough and we received three times more applicants this year than last. Thank you to all of those that applied and we hope they will each apply for our next round of...
by | Jun 16, 2016 | Uncategorized
EANGUS Platinum Parnter American InterContinental University is pleased to partner with The Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States (EANGUS) to offer one full tuition scholarship. The scholarship will allow a prospective student the opportunity...
by | Jun 13, 2016 | Uncategorized
EANGUS Guardian Scholarship Program at Kaplan University 3 full scholarships and up to 25 partial scholarships will be awarded to EANGUS/Auxiliary or their family members. Application deadline is extended to June 15, 2016! Learn More Kaplan University Program...
by | Jun 3, 2016 | Uncategorized
Talking Points for June Drill The National Office hopes that all of you enjoyed a wonderful Memorial Day weekend. We have been hard at work influencing the House and Senate during their considerations of the National Defense Authorizations Acts. Below you will find an...
