Article: GOV. EASLEY PRAISES CONGRESSIONAL SUPPORT OF NATIONAL GUARD IN DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION BILL

Gov. Mike Easley, D-N.C., issued the following press release: Gov. Mike Easley today praised Congress for their strong support of the National Guard's dual missions of national defense and emergency response with the passage of the Defense Authorization Bill conference committee report. He urged President Bush to quickly sign the bill. The legislation, which overwhelmingly passed the U.S. House on Wednesday and the Senate today, provides critical improvements that clarify governors' authority over the National Guard so it can respond quickly to domestic emergencies. The legislation also provides a stronger and more effective voice for governors to make sure their National Guard units are ...

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