Governor Pete Ricketts is thanking President Trump and the Department of Defense (DOD) for approving Nebraska’s request for federal funding of National Guard support in the fight against COVID-19.
In a statement issued Tuesday, Ricketts said more than 200 National Guard Airmen and Soldiers are already activated and serving Nebraskans. “Thanks to the Trump Administration and DOD for approving this request to ensure our state has the flexibility and funding it needs to continue the fight against COVID-19.”
Forty states, three territories, and the District of Columbia have now been approved for use of federal funds for state missions under Title 32 of the U.S. Code.
Maj. Gen. Daryl L. Bohac, Nebraska National Guard adjutant general, says we are all in this fight together. “As we respond to COVID-19 by supporting our local and state partners, our National Guard Soldiers and Airmen are ready to serve and protect our communities.”