This bill amends current law to define the term "field grade officers" or "field officers" specifically for the purposes of promotion and appointment within the army national guard. The new legal language inserted into RSA 110-B:20 establishes that "field grade officers" or "field officers" refers to officers holding the rank of lieutenant colonel or colonel. This clarification aims to streamline the promotion and appointment process within the national guard by providing a clear definition of the ranks involved.

Additionally, the bill includes a provision stating that it will take effect 60 days after its passage. There are no deletions from current law noted in the text, as the amendment simply adds a new paragraph to the existing statute.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 110-B:20
SB473 text: 110-B:20