This bill amends provisions related to the National Guard.
This bill:
- defines terms;
- amends provisions related to the appointment of the adjutant general;
- amends provisions related to the management of the State Armory Board;
- clarifies what electronic means the State Armory Board may use in conducting meetings and taking official action;
- allows for the National Guard to repay student loans for active members of the National Guard using current funds;
- addresses the appointment and responsibilities of certain judge advocates;
- addresses the use of force by a military service member or a member of the National Guard in certain circumstances;
- provides that a military chaplain may solemnize a marriage; and
- makes technical and conforming changes.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 39A-1-201, 39A-2-101, 39A-2-102, 39A-3-201, 39A-5-103, 39A-9-101, 63I-2-239, 81-2-301, 81-2-305
Enrolled: 39A-1-201, 39A-2-101, 39A-2-102, 39A-3-201, 39A-5-103, 39A-9-101, 63I-2-239, 81-2-301, 81-2-305
Substitute #1: 39A-1-201, 39A-2-101, 39A-2-102, 39A-3-201, 39A-5-103, 39A-9-101, 63I-2-239, 81-2-301, 81-2-305