H.C.R. No. 42 Summary

• Urges the U.S. Department of Defense to reconsider proposed Air National Guard force and equipment reductions at Rickenbacker Air National Guard Base in Ohio.

• Opposes the proposed fiscal 2013 budget cuts that would eliminate 191 total jobs at Rickenbacker (57 full-time and 134 part-time positions).

• Recognizes the Air National Guard provides 35% of U.S. Air Force capability for only 6% of the budget and performs critical domestic missions including emergency response and drug interdiction operations.

• Requests the Department of Defense work with governors and local communities to develop alternative solutions that serve national interests.

• Directs the House Clerk to transmit the resolution to federal officials including the President, Secretary of Defense, Secretary of the Air Force, Ohio Congressional delegation, and Ohio Governor.