The proposed bill, SB1121, seeks to amend Arizona law regarding the mobilization of the National Guard. Under the new provisions, the National Guard of Arizona cannot be deployed into active duty combat unless the U.S. Congress has issued an official declaration of war or taken specific constitutional actions to call forth the National Guard for purposes such as executing laws, repelling invasions, or suppressing insurrections. The Governor is mandated to ensure compliance with these requirements.

Additionally, the bill defines "active duty combat" and "official declaration of war." Active duty combat includes participating in armed conflict, performing hazardous services related to armed conflict abroad, or duties involving war instruments. An official declaration of war is specified as one made by Congress in accordance with the U.S. Constitution. This legislation aims to restrict the circumstances under which the National Guard can be mobilized for combat, enhancing state control over its deployment.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 26-164
Senate Engrossed Version: 26-164