The state legislature finally passed the bill to authorize our new defense force. Watching this dream become law after seeing our home suffer through so many storms feels surreal. We finally have the tools we need to protect our neighbors when the next crisis arrives.
September 25, 2014
Final supporters
We the undersigned request the re-establishment of the North Carolina State Militia in accordance with the provisions of North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 127A and Federal Law as found in USC 32, s. 109. We also request that the reformed North Carolina State Militia be renamed to avoid possible misunderstanding.
We do so for the following reasons:
Between New England and Georgia, North Carolina is the ONLY state without an organized state defense force.
North Carolina is extremely vulnerable to hurricanes and other natural disasters.
Recent natural disasters have demonstrated the need for a rapid reaction force within the state that is trained in emergency / crisis management and is willing to deploy to assist those in need.
Similar to citizens in surrounding states, North Carolinians are willing to train without pay and serve when called upon in a state emergency.
The North Carolina State Guard Association is an unarmed – all-volunteer– service organization dedicated to assisting our fellow citizens during emergency situations or natural disasters. We are registered with North Carolina and the Federal Internal Revenue Service as a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization. No salaries are paid to leaders or members of the NC State Guard. Members purchase their own uniforms and equipment. All donated monies are used for the purchase of unit equipment or training.
We take a solemn oath to support our National and State elected leadership, defend the US Constitution, and abide by the following regulations:
Title 32 of the United States Code section 109 North Carolina Code section 127A National Guard Bureau Reg 10-4 Standard military practice
We also pledge to serve when called upon by the Governor in the NC State Defense Militia. We do not discriminate as to race, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or physical disability. All promotions are earned through training and merit and are based on the needs of our organization.
For more information, please visit our Facebook page at: http://www.facebook.com/NCStateGuard
Updates
September 16, 2014
I have spent this week compiling our formal proposal for the state legislature based on the legal framework in our statutes. It is encouraging to see how many of you recognize that relying on outside help during our disasters is not enough when we have the capacity to protect our own neighbors right here at home.
September 16, 2014
Seeing this level of support confirms that my neighbors care as deeply about our state's preparedness as I do. It is clear that North Carolinians are ready to step up and serve when the next crisis hits.
Reached 100 supporters
September 16, 2014
7 Comments
On Tuesday, February 10, 2015 Jerry Vintinner, Hank Emery, and I met with Governor McCrory's Advisor for Military Affairs MG Cornell A Wilson, Jr., US Marine Corps (retired) to present our case. We discussed enlisted requirements, training, missions, insurance issues and interaction with the NC National Guard. MG Wilson informed us that he needs to meet with the Adjutant General to discuss and that he would get an answer to us within two weeks.
Please be sure to include your full name, and only complete the "signature" process once. "Vote early, vote often" only applies to Chicago, thanks! ;)
Any news on this lately? Been watching the site for a while now.
its crazy we dont have this already. with all the floods we been getting down here we need people ready to help out asap. lets get it done.
NC needs to step up. Every other state around us has a force active. Tired of seeing us left behind on common sense stuff like this.
Steven DiFiore MSgt USAF
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The state legislature finally passed the bill to authorize our new defense force. Watching this dream become law after seeing our home suffer through so many storms feels surreal. We finally have the tools we need to protect our neighbors when the next crisis arrives.
September 25, 2014
Final supporters
We the undersigned request the re-establishment of the North Carolina State Militia in accordance with the provisions of North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 127A and Federal Law as found in USC 32, s. 109. We also request that the reformed North Carolina State Militia be renamed to avoid possible misunderstanding.
We do so for the following reasons:
Between New England and Georgia, North Carolina is the ONLY state without an organized state defense force.
North Carolina is extremely vulnerable to hurricanes and other natural disasters.
Recent natural disasters have demonstrated the need for a rapid reaction force within the state that is trained in emergency / crisis management and is willing to deploy to assist those in need.
Similar to citizens in surrounding states, North Carolinians are willing to train without pay and serve when called upon in a state emergency.
The North Carolina State Guard Association is an unarmed – all-volunteer– service organization dedicated to assisting our fellow citizens during emergency situations or natural disasters. We are registered with North Carolina and the Federal Internal Revenue Service as a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization. No salaries are paid to leaders or members of the NC State Guard. Members purchase their own uniforms and equipment. All donated monies are used for the purchase of unit equipment or training.
We take a solemn oath to support our National and State elected leadership, defend the US Constitution, and abide by the following regulations:
Title 32 of the United States Code section 109 North Carolina Code section 127A National Guard Bureau Reg 10-4 Standard military practice
We also pledge to serve when called upon by the Governor in the NC State Defense Militia. We do not discriminate as to race, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or physical disability. All promotions are earned through training and merit and are based on the needs of our organization.
For more information, please visit our Facebook page at: http://www.facebook.com/NCStateGuard
Updates
September 16, 2014
I have spent this week compiling our formal proposal for the state legislature based on the legal framework in our statutes. It is encouraging to see how many of you recognize that relying on outside help during our disasters is not enough when we have the capacity to protect our own neighbors right here at home.
September 16, 2014
Seeing this level of support confirms that my neighbors care as deeply about our state's preparedness as I do. It is clear that North Carolinians are ready to step up and serve when the next crisis hits.
Reached 100 supporters
September 16, 2014
7 Comments
Is there any update to this? It has been seven months since this message was posted... Thanks!
On Tuesday, February 10, 2015 Jerry Vintinner, Hank Emery, and I met with Governor McCrory's Advisor for Military Affairs MG Cornell A Wilson, Jr., US Marine Corps (retired) to present our case. We discussed enlisted requirements, training, missions, insurance issues and interaction with the NC National Guard. MG Wilson informed us that he needs to meet with the Adjutant General to discuss and that he would get an answer to us within two weeks.
Please be sure to include your full name, and only complete the "signature" process once. "Vote early, vote often" only applies to Chicago, thanks! ;)
Any news on this lately? Been watching the site for a while now.
its crazy we dont have this already. with all the floods we been getting down here we need people ready to help out asap. lets get it done.
NC needs to step up. Every other state around us has a force active. Tired of seeing us left behind on common sense stuff like this.
Steven DiFiore MSgt USAF
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Is there any update to this? It has been seven months since this message was posted... Thanks!