The proposed bill would amend several sections of the Arizona Revised Statutes related to the qualifications and responsibilities of the Adjutant General (TAG) and Assistant TAGs. Key updates include new residency requirements for TAG, allowing for current state residents as an alternative to establishing domicile within 90 days of appointment. Additionally, the bill introduces new criteria for TAG qualifications, such as allowing a retired general officer with recent service to qualify, and stipulates that TAG must attain federal recognition as a brigadier general only if not already a general officer. The bill also mandates that both current and retired officers provide evidence of good standing with military service requirements before and after their appointment.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the responsibilities of TAG by allowing, rather than requiring, the establishment of an educational program known as "Project Challenge." It also expands the qualifications for Assistant TAGs to include being assigned in the Arizona National Guard and receiving federal recognition within 24 months of appointment. The bill allows TAG to enter into contracts for various operational needs and requires the educational program to be subject to legislative appropriations. Overall, these changes aim to modernize the qualifications and operational framework of the Arizona National Guard leadership.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 26-102, 26-181, 26-153, 41-1825, 26-152
Senate Engrossed Version: 26-102, 26-181, 26-153, 41-1825, 26-152
House Engrossed Version: 26-101, 26-102, 26-104, 26-181, 38-211, 38-611, 26-153, 41-1825, 26-152