The bill amends the authority concerning the ordering of the Arkansas National Guard into service, specifically adding provisions that allow the Adjutant General, with the Governor's approval, to activate parts of the National Guard for specific purposes. These purposes include addressing military justice matters and providing voluntary support to mitigate critical staffing shortages in security and essential military operations.

The new legal language inserted into Arkansas Code 12-61-111 outlines that the Adjutant General can order the National Guard into active service for military justice execution and to support staffing needs when duty status orders under federal law are unavailable. This amendment aims to enhance the operational readiness and effectiveness of the Arkansas National Guard in fulfilling its duties.

Statutes affected:
Old version HB1515 V2 - 3-10-2025 11:36 AM: 12-61-111
Old version HB1515 Original - 2-18-2025 10:35 AM: 12-61-111
HB 1515: 12-61-111
Act 574: 12-61-111