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CA AJR42

Joint Resolution

Official Source

Status

Introduced

6/20/2012

Primary Sponsor

Bill Emmerson

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Origin

State Assembly

2011-2012 Session

AI Summary

  • Opposes the United States Air Force budget submitted to Congress that would disproportionately reduce funding for the Air National Guard in fiscal year 2013-14
  • Warns that proposed cuts would likely result in closure of Air National Guard units across the country and in California, damaging emergency response capabilities
  • Notes the California Air National Guard comprises over 5,000 personnel trained in military disciplines and available for state and federal missions on short notice
  • Expresses concern that disproportionate cuts would cause loss of highly trained personnel and negatively impact state readiness and national security
  • Directs the Assembly Chief Clerk to transmit copies of the resolution to California's Congressional delegation

Legislative Description

Department of Defense budget cuts.

Last Action

Ordered to inactive file at the request of Assembly Member Allen.

8/27/2012

Committee Referrals

Veterans Affairs8/9/2012

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