Indiana’s National Guard says they are facing challenges with declining enlistments and a lack of qualified recruits.
A bill has been proposed to address these issues by providing benefits for guard members, including increased death benefits and worker’s compensation, as well as educational perks for student-soldiers.
Legislators say the goal of the bill is to support guard members in balancing their service with school and work responsibilities, with provisions to help cover expenses such as room and board and tuition.
It advanced to the Senate floor after receiving unanimous support from a Senate panel.
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Unfortunately benefits can’t overcome obesity, drug use, lack of education or any of the many reasons that people fall short of the minimum requirements to enter the military. The DoD does not need idiots or criminals.