23 CSR — Missouri Department of the National Guard

Division 10 National Guard

Chapter 1 General Organization

23 CSR 10-1.010 Organization and Methods of Operation {#sec-23-csr-10-1.010 omnilex-key=us-mo-regs-official--title-23--23 CSR 10-1.010}

PURPOSE: This rule describes the organization and methods of operation of the office of the adjutant general.

(1) The office of the adjutant general is provided for in Article III, Section 46 of the Constitution of the State of Missouri.

Detailed implementation is given in Chapter 41, RSMo 1986.

(2) Under the Omnibus State Reorganization Act of 1974, the office of the adjutant general was transferred to the Department of Public Safety (see section 650.005, RSMo 1986)

(3) The adjutant general is appointed by the governor, by and with the advice and consent of the senate and will hold a rank as designated by the governor.

(4) The mission of the office of the adjutant general is to supervise all matters pertaining to the functioning and responsibilities of the state militia and through the State Emergency Management Agency, a division, the preparation of plans to prepare against natural disasters and other situations and to provide assistance following the events.

(5) The state militia is organized to conform as nearly as practical to the armed forces of the United States and the National Guard Elements of the organized militia are designated as elements of the National Guard of the United States as provided for by 32 USC.

(6) Any person desiring information or assistance on any matter falling within the jurisdiction of the office of the adjutant general should contact the Adjutant General, 2302 Militia Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65101-1203, (573) 638-9500.

History

• AUTHORITY: section 536.023, RSMo Supp. 1999. This rule originally filed as 11 CSR 10-1.010. Original rule filed Dec. 16, 1975, effective Dec. 29, 1975. Amended: Filed July 20, 2000, effective Jan. 30, 2001. Moved to 23 CSR 10-1.010, effective Dec. 8, 2022. Original authority: 536.023, RSMo 1975, amended 1976, 1997.

23 CSR 10-1.020 Missouri National Guard Trust Fund {#sec-23-csr-10-1.020 omnilex-key=us-mo-regs-official--title-23--23 CSR 10-1.020}

PURPOSE: This rule outlines the duties and responsibilities of the Adjutant General in administering the Missouri National Guard Trust Fund established by section 41.214, RSMo.

(1) The Missouri National Guard Trust Fund is a state fund established to receive monies generated by section 41.215, RSMo, state tax refund designation; section 313.835, RSMo, Gaming Commission Fund; grants; gifts; bequests; the federal government; or other sources granted or given for this specific

purpose. This fund shall be administered by the Adjutant General for purposes authorized under section 41.214, RSMo, and appropriated by the state.

(2) The Adjutant General shall establish operational policies and procedures necessary to manage and expend, subject to appropriation, Missouri National Guard Trust Fund monies received from gifts, bequests, contributions (other than contributions made pursuant to section 41.215, RSMo), grants, and federal funds for purposes authorized by sections 41.010– 41.1000 and section 173.239, RSMo.

(3) The Adjutant General shall establish accounting policies and procedures to ensure that state income tax refund monies received into the National Guard Trust Fund pursuant to

section 41.215, RSMo, are managed and expended, subject to appropriation, to support the Military Honor Detail Program pursuant to section 41.958, RSMo.

(4) The Adjutant General shall establish internal accounting procedures which safeguard Missouri National Guard Trust Fund monies received as the collection agency for the fund.

History

• AUTHORITY: section 41.214, RSMo 2000. This rule originally filed as 11 CSR 10-1.020. Original rule filed Sept. 14, 2000, effective March 30, 2001. Moved to 23 CSR 10-1.020, effective Dec. 8, 2022. Original authority: 41.214, RSMo 1998.

Chapter 2 Public Access to Training Sites

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PURPOSE: This rule defines public access to Missouri Army National Guard Training Sites.

(1) Camp Clark. Limited public access is allowed. Hunting is allowed during quail season and deer bow hunting season.

Hunters must sign in upon arrival and sign out at post headquarters prior to departing post. The post is closed to all public access at any time units are in training.

(2) Camp Crowder. Limited public access is allowed.

In accordance with the terms of a Wildlife Management Agreement with the Missouri Conservation Department, access and hunting is allowed in the portion of the post located south of the range complex during the period October 1 through March 1. The post is closed to all public access at any time units are in training.

(3) Wappapello Training Site. The Wappapello Training Site is located on United Forestry Service land and has unlimited public access with the exception of the administrative area.

The administrative area is delineated by locked gates and is limited to military use only.

(4) Public access is only authorized by provisions of this policy and on-site postings. The training site is closed during scheduled military training. The National Guard will work to avoid scheduling military training during the spring turkey and the fall firearms deer seasons. Hunting and fishing are permitted in accordance with the Missouri Department of Conservation State Wildlife Code for statewide permits, seasons, methods, and limits, unless otherwise posted. Fishing boats may be used on lakes and ponds, unless otherwise posted. Boat launching is permitted at posted sites only and boats may not be left unattended overnight. Only electric motors are permitted on lakes and ponds. Vehicle and bicycle access is restricted to gravel roads and designated parking areas, unless otherwise posted. Equestrian use is permitted only on gravel roads open to vehicular traffic. An approved training site usage request must be obtained for a group of six (6) equestrian or more. The following are prohibited by the public at all times: the destruction, defacing, or removal of property, digging or other soil disturbance, tree removal, caving, fireworks, and possession of glass containers. The use of private all-terrain/off road vehicles or utility terrain vehicles is prohibited; however, individuals may present the Macon Training Site manager exception requests for the purpose of handicap access. The Macon Training Site consists of three (3) geographically separated training areas – Baker’s Acres, South 61, and Wooly Acres. Training area specific access restrictions follow:

(A) Baker’s Acres Training Area. Public access is limited to foot traffic only. A designated parking area is available at the entrance gate at Jaguar Street, approximately two (2) miles west of US Highway 63;

(B) South 61 Training Area. Public access is available to foot and vehicle traffic. The training area entrance is on State Highway T approximately two (2) miles west of US Highway 63; and (C) Wooly Acres Training Area. Public access is available to foot and vehicle traffic. The training area entrance is located on Icicle Road.

(5) Truman Training Site. The Truman Training Area is located on Corps of Engineer Truman Reservoir property. Public access is limited to foot traffic only.

(6) Ike Skelton Training Site. Public access is limited to normal daily hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and drill weekends. Public hunting, fishing and river access is prohibited at all times.

Moved to 23 CSR 10-2.010, effective Dec. 8, 2022. *Original authority: 41.160, RSMo 1951, amended 1982, 1991, 1999.

History

• AUTHORITY: section 41.160, RSMo 2000. This rule originally filed as 11 CSR 10-2.010. Original rule filed Dec. 29, 1993, effective July 30, 1994. Amended: Filed Nov. 24, 2014, effective June 30, 2015.

Chapter 3 National Guard Member Educational Assistance Program

23 CSR 10-3.015 State Sponsored Missouri National Guard Member Educational Denny Hoskins (4/30/26) {#sec-23-csr-10-3.015 omnilex-key=us-mo-regs-official--title-23--23 CSR 10-3.015}

NATIONAL GUARD DIVISION 10—NATIONAL GUARD

NATIONAL GUARD

Assistance Program

23 CSR 10-3.015 State Sponsored Missouri National Guard Member Educational Assistance Program {#sec-23-csr-10-3.015 omnilex-key=us-mo-regs-official--title-23--23 CSR 10-3.015}

PURPOSE: This rule defines the administration of the Missouri National Guard Member Educational Assistance Program.

(1) Definitions. “Active military affiliation” shall be defined as a soldier or airman who is a member of the Missouri National Guard (MONG) in good standing and is satisfactorily participating in all required training.

(2) Eligibility and Qualifications of Applicants.

(A) Under this section the Office of the Adjutant General shall certify each member’s eligibility and qualifications for participation in the Missouri National Guard Educational Assistance Program.

(B) An applicant shall be eligible for an initial or subsequent educational assistance grant only if, at the time of his/her application and throughout any periods during which s/he is receiving such assistance, s/he meets all of the following requirements:

1. Is a member of the Missouri National Guard and is certified by the appropriate commander as maintaining active military affiliation;

2. Has not previously received a bachelor’s degree from an accredited postsecondary institution;

3. Is enrolled, or has been accepted for enrollment, as a full-time or part-time undergraduate student in an approved private or public institution as defined in section 173.1102 RSMo;

4. Maintains academic eligibility. Applicants must main t ain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least a two point five (2.5) on a four point (4.0) scale, or the equivalent on another scale approved by the program administrator.

A. An applicant with no postsecondary academic record is deemed eligible for educational assistance when the school s/he plans to attend enrolls or accepts him/her for enrollment.

B. An applicant with a postsecondary cumulative GPA of less than two point five (2.5) will be on probation from the beginning of the term;

5. Has never been convicted in any court of an offense involving the use of force, disruption, or seizure of property under the control of any institution of higher education to prevent officials or students in such institutions from engaging in their duties or pursuing their studies;

6. Has not received educational assistance under the Missouri National Guard Educational Assistance Program which exceeds or is expected to exceed financial assistance for more than a total of one hundred fifty (150) credit hours.

(3) Fiscal Management.

(A) In accordance with section 173.239, RSMo, state educa tional assistance is permitted only after the federal funds outlined ther ein have been exhausted for the applicable term and after the service member has successfully submitted the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

(B) The maximum number of hours eligible for educational assistance is fifteen (15) for each fall and spring semester and nine (9) for the summer semester or the equivalent, for a maximum of thirty-nine (39) hours for each state fiscal year (July 1 through June 30).

(C) Payments for recipients’ educational assistance will be made directly to the institution attended. The Office of the Adjutant General Educational Assistance Program designee will notify recipients of the amount awarded and submit timely payment upon receipt of the educational institution’s invoice. Applicants will notify the Office of the Adjutant General Educational Assistance Program designee of any dropped classes.

(D) Loss of Membership.

1. If a recipient of state educational assistance ceases to maintain his/her active military affiliation while enrolled in an academic semester or term for any reason except death, disability, or medical disqualification, then the educational assistance shall be terminated and the recipient shall repay to the state of Missouri any amounts awarded for the academic semester or term.

2. Recipients of state educational assistance who cease to be members of the Missouri National Guard, and who are required to reimburse the state of Missouri, will be notified of the amount owed by certified letter from the program administrator. Reimbursement payments are to be made in the form of check or money order payable to the Treasurer, State of Missouri.

A. In the event a recipient drops or fails to complete a course or courses (fails to receive a grade) for which educational assistance was received, the recipient must reimburse the state of Missouri for the credit hour costs of educational assistance awarded and not completed.

B. Recoupment action will be taken against all recipients not reimbursing the state of Missouri within forty-five (45) days of notification. The adjutant general may utilize any available administrative or legal process to collect educational assistance payments awarded to effect recoupment and satisfaction of the debt incurred.

(4) Application Procedures.

(A) Members of the Missouri National Guard must complete the prescribed application form and attach all required documentation. The responsibility to prepare an application belongs solely to the applicant. A complete application must be completed prior to every semester, quarter, term, or equivalent.

Amended: Filed July 20, 2000, effective Jan. 30, 2001. Amended:

Filed June 25, 2007, effective Dec. 30, 2007. Amended: Filed Nov. 24, 2014, effective June 30, 2015. Moved to 23 CSR 10-3.015, effective Dec. 8, 2022. Amended: Filed Oct. 30, 2025, effective May 30, 2026. *Original authority: 173.239, RSMo 1994, amended 1995, 1998, 2000, 2005, 2006, 2024.

History

• AUTHORITY: section 173.239, RSMo Supp. 2025. This rule originally filed as 11 CSR 10-3.015. Emergency rule filed July 30, 1998, effective Aug. 28, 1998, expired Feb. 25, 1999. Original rule filed July 30, 1998, effective Feb. 28, 1999. Emergency amendment filed July 20, 2000, effective Aug. 28, 2000, expired Feb. 23, 2001.

Chapter 4 National Guard Military Honor Detail Program

23 CSR 10-4.010 Missouri National Guard Military Honor Detail Program {#sec-23-csr-10-4.010 omnilex-key=us-mo-regs-official--title-23--23 CSR 10-4.010}

PURPOSE: This rule establishes procedures to provide military funeral honors for military members and veterans residing in the state of Missouri by the Office of the Adjutant General.

(1) Definitions.

(A) The terms defined in this section are incorporated by reference for use in 11 CSR 10-4.

(B) As used in this rule, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the following terms and abbreviations shall mean:

1. Adjutant General—As defined in Chapter 41, Revised Statutes of Missouri, section 41.110 and all amendments thereto;

2. Appropriate—Especially suitable or compatible for the

purpose desired;

3. Appropriate service records—Military records documenting the honorable service of a veteran in the armed forces of the United States eligibility for military honor funeral services. A Department of Defense DD-214 or other document acceptable to the Adjutant General;

4. Armed Forces of the United States—As defined in Title 10, Section 101 of the United States Code and all amendments thereto;

5. Active service—As defined in Title 10, section 101 of the United States Code and all amendments thereto;

6. Commander—One in an official position of command or control;

7. Director, Military Honor Program—A person designated by the Adjutant General to administer the state of Missouri Military Honor Program;

8. Director of funeral home—The funeral director or a person designated on their behalf to request military honor services for the deceased;

9. Honor detail—The appropriate military funeral honor detail to be provided veterans as identified in the Office of the Adjutant General Standing Operation Procedures (SOP) entitled “Standing Operation Procedures for Conducting Military Funeral Honor Details”;

10. Missouri National Guard Trust Fund—The fund authorized by section 41.214, Revised Statutes of Missouri;

11. Recognized veterans’ organization—A veterans’ organization as defined in Title 38, section 5902 of the United States Code and all amendments thereto;

12. Time of war—The period of war as defined in Title 38, section 101 of the United States Code and all amendments thereto;

13. Uniform—Dress of a distinctive design or fashion to be worn by members of a recognized veterans’ or military organization in the performance of military honor detail services approved by an authorized representative of the Adjutant General;

14. United States—as defined in Title 10, section 101 of the United States Code and all amendments thereto; and 15. Veteran—An individual who served honorably for at least six (6) months on active service during peacetime or wartime in the armed forces of the United States, unless released early as a result of a service-connected disability or a reduction in force at the convenience of the government; were or are eligible to receive a military pension; served honorably in a selected reserve unit/organization for a minimum of six (6) years; or died while serving as a member of a selected reserve unit/organization.

(2) References.

(A) Sections 41.110, 41.214, 41.215, and 41.958, RSMo.

(B) Title 10, section 101 and Title 38, sections 101 and 5902 of the United States Code.

(C) Appropriate service regulations/instructions, pamphlets, Missouri National Guard Regulations, Standing Operating Procedures (SOPs), and field manuals governing the conduct of military funerals.

(3) Conduct of Services—Conduct of military honor detail services will be conducted in accordance with the Office of the Adjutant General’s Standing Operation Procedures entitled “Standing Operation Procedures for Conducting Military Funeral Honor Details.”

(4) The Adjutant General will, subject to appropriations, provide a uniformed honor detail to attend and render the appropriate honors for deceased veterans who served honorably in the armed forces of the United States.

(5) The director, Military Honor Program, is responsible for the overall program direction and coordination of the Military Honor Program. The director will establish regions within the state to support requests for military funeral honor support to veterans; and develop and maintain policies, procedures, and standing operating procedures for military funeral honor detail performance. The area coordinator will receive and coordinate all requests for military funeral honor support from funeral directors, family members, or other authorized source.

(6) The area commander will be responsible for training and certification of the Missouri military funeral honor detail personnel to include veterans’ organizations and be responsible to coordinate/furnish training to veterans’ organizations, MONG unit augmentation personnel, and provide training for recognized veterans’ organizations when requested and resources are available.

(7) Requests for military funeral honors will be coordinated with active duty service components, recognized veterans’ organizations, and Missouri National Guard units/ organizations. The director, Military Honor Program, will coordinate support requirements with active component and veterans’ organizations prior to committing Missouri National Guard resources.

(8) Military funeral honor detail support will be provided only within the geographic boundaries of the state of Missouri, unless special consideration has been requested and approved by the Adjutant General.

(9) Reimbursement at levels established by the Adjutant General to certified veterans’ organizations for providing military honor services, subject to the availability of funds, is authorized when approved by the Adjutant General. Reimbursement is not authorized veterans’ organizations for military funeral detail performance unless the organization meets the requirements for a recognized veterans’ organization, been certified by the Adjutant General to perform honor detail services, and the military funeral detail has received prior authorization from an (8/31/24) John R. Ashcroft Office of the Adjutant General Military Honor Program official.

(10) Military funeral honor details are available seven (7) days per week based on availability of resources. Details will be prioritized to ensure the maximum utilization of military funeral honor detail personnel.

(11) Medal of Honor recipients and former Prisoners-of-War (POWs) will be given detail priority when all other means of providing military funeral honor support are not available.

(12) Military honor funeral detail services must be requested by the commander of any recognized veterans’ organization, military commander or by any friend or relative of a deceased person or the director of a funeral home.

(13) To request military honor detail services, the family member or interested party of the deceased should contact the funeral home director servicing the deceased veteran, or if this is not known, contact the Office of the Adjutant General, Military Honor Program Director, Jefferson City, Missouri.

(14) Concept of Operations.

(A) Active service members and those eligible for or receiving retired pay are eligible for the federal benefit of a military honor detail provided by active component installations.

Any request received must be coordinated with the active component installation to ensure benefits due the surviving spouse or family members are accomplished. Normally, this will be accomplished by the funeral home director; however, coordination may be required to ensure support is available and will be provided. For all other veterans, the state of Missouri will be divided into areas of responsibility. Overall program supervision will be the director, Military Honor Program, Office of the Adjutant General located in Jefferson City, Missouri.

(B) Military funeral honor support within the area of operation will be provided as follows:

1. The area coordinator will receive requests for military funeral honors and will contact local certified veterans’ organization military honor teams for support. When there are no veterans’ organization teams available, he will contact the area commander and coordinate the mission—utilizing members of the Missouri Military Funeral Honor Detail teams, augmented with traditional members of the Missouri National Guard.

2. The area commander will determine team availability and coordinate with the funeral home director on details concerning the missions. When the area commander determines he/she cannot support all requests, he/she will contact the Operations and Training Officer in the director’s office in Jefferson City for additional guidance. Without good cause or reason, the area commander will not refuse or deny military funeral honor support to eligible veterans. If the request cannot be fulfilled, the director’s office will contact the funeral home director/family member informing them support is unavailable and why. The director will maintain a master log of all requests and dispositions.

History

• AUTHORITY: section 41.958, RSMo Supp. 1998. This rule originally filed as 11 CSR 10-4.010. Original rule filed Jan. 14, 1999, effective June 30, 1999. Moved to 23 CSR 10-4.010, effective Dec. 8, 2022. Original authority: 41.958, RSMo 1991, amended 1993, 1995.

Chapter 5 Missouri Veterans' Recognition Program

23 CSR 10-5.010 Missouri Veterans’ Recognition Program {#sec-23-csr-10-5.010 omnilex-key=us-mo-regs-official--title-23--23 CSR 10-5.010}

PURPOSE: This rule prescribes guidelines as required by section 42.175, 42.200, and 42.222, RSMo, to administer the World War II Veterans’ Recognition, Missouri World War II “D-Day” Invasion of Europe, Korean Conflict and Vietnam War Medal Program. These guidelines provide a framework for World War II, Korean Conflict and Vietnam War veterans to apply for medal, medallion, and certificates in recognition of their service to Missouri and our nation during the World War II, Korean and Vietnam Wars.

(1) Definitions as used in this rule, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the following terms shall mean:

(A) Adjutant General—As defined in Chapter 41, Revised Statutes of Missouri, section 41.160 and all amendments thereto;

(B) Appropriate service records—Military records documenting the honorable service of a veteran in the armed forces of the United States eligibility for awards authorized under the Missouri World War II, Korean Conflict and Vietnam War Recognition Program. A Department of Defense DD-214 or other document acceptable to the Adjutant General;

(C) Active service—As defined in Title 10, section 101 of the United States Code and all amendments thereto;

(D) Consanguinity—Of the closest blood relation;

(E) Certificate—A document containing a certified statement as to the truth that one has fulfilled the requirement for award or recognition;

(F) “D-Day” Invasion of Europe Veteran—Members of the Army, Navy, Coast Guard, Army Air Corps, Marines, or Merchant Marines who participated in the Battle of Normandy between June 6, 1944, and September 30, 1944;

(G) Director Missouri Veterans’ Recognition Program—Person designated by the Adjutant General to administer the Missouri Veterans’ Recognition Program;

(H) Discharge—A certification of release from military service or duty;

(I) Eligible World War II veteran—Any person defined as a veteran by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, military service at anytime beginning December 7, 1941 and ending December 31, 1946 provided— 1. That such veteran is a legal resident of the state of Missouri or was a legal resident of this state at the time he or she entered or was discharged from military service or at the time of his or her death; and 2. Such veteran was honorably separated or discharged status, or was legal resident of this state at the time of his or her death;

(J) Eligible Korean Conflict Veteran—Any person defined as a veteran by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, military service at anytime beginning June 27, 1950 and ending January 31, 1955 provided— 1. That such veteran is a legal resident of the state of Missouri or was a legal resident of this state at the time he or she entered or was discharged from military service or at the time of his or her death; and 2. Such veteran was honorably separated or discharged status, or was a legal resident of this state at the time of his or her death;

(K) Eligible Vietnam War Veteran—Any person defined as a veteran by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, military service at anytime beginning February 28, 1961 and ending May 7, 1975 provided— 1. That such veteran is a legal resident of the state or was a legal resident of the state of Missouri at the time he or she entered or was discharged from military service or at the time of his or her death; and 2. Such veteran was honorably separated or discharged status, or was in active service in honorable status at the time of his or her death;

(L) Honorably separated—The release from military service or duty under honorable conditions;

(M) Honorable status—Attesting to creditable conduct while serving on active duty in the military;

(N) Intestate survivor—The survivor of a veteran who has died without a will;

(O) Eldest living survivor—The eldest survivor of a veteran connected by blood or affinity;

(P) Jubilee of Liberty Medal—A medal created by the Regional Council of Normandy, France, in 1994 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the June 6, 1944, “D-Day” invasion of Europe;

(Q) Korean Conflict—The United States led United Nations forces to defend South Korea from North Korean invaders aided by China and the former Soviet Union, beginning June 27, 1950 and ending January 31, 1955;

(R) Vietnam War—The war beginning February 28, 1961 and ending May 7, 1975;

(S) Legal resident—A person (veteran) whose official United States mailing address is within the boundaries of the state of Missouri;

(T) Medal—A small object usually metal in nature bearing an emblem or picture that is issued to commemorate a person’s participation in an event or is awarded for excellence or achievement;

(U) Medallion—An object or coin, usually round or oval in shape, resembling a medal;

(V) Replica—A close reproduction or facsimile of the original;

(W) Spouse—Married person, i.e.: husband, wife;

(X) Veteran—Any person defined as a veteran by the United States Department of Veterans’ Affairs or its successor agency;

(Y) Veterans Commission—The commission created by

section 42.007, RSMo;

(Z) World War II—The World War beginning December 7, 1941, and ending December 31, 1946;

(AA) World War II, Korean Conflict and Vietnam War Veterans’ Recognition Award Funds—As defined in sections 42.195, 42.206 and 42.226, RSMo, consisting of gifts, bequests, and donations to be administered by the Adjutant General.

(2) The Adjutant General is responsible for the administration of the Missouri World War II Veterans’ Recognition and the World War II “D-Day” Invasion of Europe, Korean Conflict and Vietnam War Medal Programs and, subject to an appropriation for this purpose, will distribute a medal, medallion, and certificate to each qualified Missouri veteran.

(3) Design.

(A) The Veterans Commission is responsible for the design of the form of the medallions, medals, and certificates and (8/31/24) John R. Ashcroft will provide the approved designs to the Adjutant General for distribution.

(B) The “D-Day” June 6, 1944, Invasion of Europe recognition medal is the “Jubilee of Liberty” created by the Regional Council of Normandy, France, in 1994.

(4) To be eligible for the World War II, Korean Conflict or Vietnam War Veterans’ Recognition Awards, the veteran must:

(A) Have served on active duty in the United States military service at anytime beginning December 7, 1941, and ending December 31, 1946 for the World War II award; June 27, 1950, and ending January 31, 1955 for the Korean Conflict award; and February 28, 1961, and ending May 7, 1975 for the Vietnam War;

(B) Be a legal resident of Missouri or was a legal resident of this state at the time he or she entered or was discharged from military service or was in active service in honorable status at the time of his or her death;

(C) Be honorably separated or discharged from military service or be currently in active service in an honorable status; or (D) Any veteran, spouse or eldest living survivor of a veteran, who is entitled to a World War II and Korean Conflict recognition award under this rule but who died prior to having made application for the award and has not previously received the award, may apply.

(5) To be eligible for the “Jubilee of Liberty” June 6, 1944, “D- Day” Invasion of Europe medal replica, veterans must have served honorably on active duty and participated in the Battle of Normandy between June 6, 1944, and September 30, 1944.

(6) World War II, “D-Day” Invasion of Europe, Korean Conflict, and Vietnam War veterans, to obtain authorized medals, medallions, and certificates, must complete an application form and provide copies of appropriate military service record verification forms to the Office of the Adjutant General, Attention: Director, Missouri Veterans’ Recognition Program, 2302 Militia Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65101-1203. World War II and Jubilee of Liberty award applications must be submitted anytime after January 1, 2001. Korean Conflict Award applications must be submitted anytime after January 1, 2004.

Vietnam War Award applications must be submitted anytime after January 1, 2007. Applications and service forms will not be returned and will become property of the state of Missouri.

(7) Application forms may be obtained by contacting the Office of the Adjutant General or contacting local Missouri Veterans Commission offices. Forms will also be provided to Missouri veterans’ organizations upon request to the Director, Veterans’ Recognition Program.

(8) If any person dies after applying for a medallion, medal and a certificate and such person would have been entitled to the medallion, medal, and the certificate, the Adjutant General shall award the medallion, medal, and the certificate in the following order:

(A) To the spouse of the deceased veteran or eldest living survivor; or (B) The person to whom the largest portion of the veteran’s estate was given in such veteran’s will; or (C) If the estate was split evenly among two (2) or more persons, the eldest living child or the closest relative by degree of consanguinity, in that order, shall receive the medallion, medal, and the certificate; or (D) If there is no will, the veteran’s intestate survivor shall receive the medallion, medal, and the certificate.

(9) The distribution of specific state awards under this rule is subject to the availability of and receipt of funding and the approval of a state appropriation for that purpose. Upon receipt of funding and an approved appropriation, awards will be distributed as expeditiously as possible. Medallion, medal, and certificates shall be awarded until the supply of medallions, medals, and certificates is exhausted. The Adjutant General shall notify the general assembly when such supply totals less than one hundred (100).

(10) Eligibility Determination.

(A) If the Adjutant General disallows any veteran’s claim to a medallion, medal, and a certificate, a statement of the reason for the disallowance shall be filed with the application and a notice of ineligibility will be mailed to the applicant at the applicant’s last known address.

(B) The notice of ineligibility will include information on the appeal process for applicants whose requests for awards are denied. Denied applicants will have thirty (30) days from receipt of notices of ineligibility to submit written appeals.

Filed July 25, 2003, effective Feb. 29, 2004. Emergency amendment filed July 19, 2005, effective July 29, 2005, expired Jan. 24, 2006.

Amended: Filed July 19, 2005, effective Jan. 30, 2006. Emergency amendment filed Aug. 7, 2006, effective Sept. 7, 2006, expired Feb. 24, 2007. Amended: Filed Aug. 7, 2006, effective Jan. 30, 2007.

Moved to 23 CSR 10-5.010, effective Dec. 8, 2022. *Original authority: 42.175, RSMo 2000, amended 2002, 2003, 2005.

History

• AUTHORITY: section 42.175, RSMo Supp. 2005. This rule originally filed as 11 CSR 10-5.010. Original rule filed Sept. 14, 2000, effective March 30, 2001. Emergency amendment filed July 22, 2002, effective Aug. 1, 2002, expired Feb. 27, 2003. Amended: Filed July 22, 2002, effective Jan. 30, 2003. Emergency amendment filed July 25, 2003, effective Aug. 21, 2003, expired Feb. 17, 2004. Amended:

23 CSR 10-5.015 World War II Veterans’ Recognition Award Fund {#sec-23-csr-10-5.015 omnilex-key=us-mo-regs-official--title-23--23 CSR 10-5.015}

PURPOSE: This rule outlines the duties and responsibilities of the Adjutant General in administering the World War II Veterans’ Recognition Award Fund established by section 42.185, RSMo.

(1) The World War II Veterans’ Recognition Award Fund is a state fund established to receive monies generated from all gifts, donations, and bequests to the fund. This fund shall be administered by the Adjutant General for purposes authorized under section 42.185, RSMo and appropriated by the state.

(2) The Adjutant General shall establish procedures and agreements with other state agencies as necessary to manage the World War II Veterans’ Recognition Award Fund.

The Adjutant General shall develop operational policies and procedures to administer the World War II Veterans’ Recognition Program using trust fund monies. Monies in the fund are to be used solely to promote solicitation for designs, aid in the manufacture, and aid in the distribution of medallions, medals, and certificates.

(3) The Adjutant General shall establish accounting procedures which safeguard World War II Veterans’ Recognition Award Fund monies received.

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(4) The fund will be automatically terminated when all authorized medallions, medals, and certificates have been distributed. Any balance in the fund will be transferred to the Veterans’ Commission Capital Improvement Trust Fund created in section 313.835, RSMo.

History

• AUTHORITY: section 42.185, RSMo 2000. This rule originally filed as 11 CSR 10-5.015. Original rule filed Sept. 14, 2000, effective March 30, 2001. Moved to 23 CSR 10-5.015, effective Dec. 8, 2022. Original authority: 42.185, RSMo 2000.

Chapter 6 National Guard Armory Rentals

23 CSR 10-6.010 National Guard Armory Rentals {#sec-23-csr-10-6.010 omnilex-key=us-mo-regs-official--title-23--23 CSR 10-6.010}

PURPOSE: This rule gives the guidelines for non-military use of state owned and operated armories and facilities.

(1) Under this section the Adjutant General shall clarify the requirements concerning the use of Missouri National Guard armories and facilities.

(A) Users must agree to comply with all requirements of the rental space contract made with the Office of the Adjutant General.

(B) Use of state owned and operated armories will not be authorized for non-military use during alerts, mobilizations, or inspections. Written agreements covering non-military use shall contain a provision for cancellation upon the occurrence of any of these events; cancellation notification may be with little advance notice.

(C) The Office of the Adjutant General may deny usage based on past experience or events deemed inappropriate for federal/ state governmental activities and military programs. The nonmilitary use may be cancelled at any point in time and fees subject to forfeiture if activities of the lessee or his/her guests (invited or uninvited) become disruptive or detrimental to the armory personnel, armory property, the local community, the Missouri National Guard, or the state of Missouri.

(2) All funds received from persons or organizations not connected with the organized militia for rental of armories will be credited to the Adjutant General’s Revolving Fund and deposited in the state treasury.

(3) The Adjutant General has discretionary authority to make modifications to armory use as needed for the best interest of the organized militia.

History

• AUTHORITY: sections 41.160 and 41.210, RSMo 2000. This rule originally filed as 11 CSR 10-6.010. Original rule filed Nov. 12, 2002, effective May 30, 2003. Moved to 23 CSR 10-6.010, effective Dec. 8, 2022. Original authority: 41.160, RSMo 1951, amended 1982, 1991, 1999 and 41.210, RSMo 1951, amended 1982.

Chapter 7 Missouri Military Family Relief Fund

23 CSR 10-7.010 Missouri Military Family Relief Fund {#sec-23-csr-10-7.010 omnilex-key=us-mo-regs-official--title-23--23 CSR 10-7.010}

PURPOSE: This rule prescribes guidelines as required by section 41.216, RSMo, to administer the Missouri Military Family Relief Fund, which provides an opportunity to receive donations from individuals or corporations and also on standard individual income tax forms, to allow taxpayers to contribute to the Missouri Military Family Relief Fund. It provides the adjutant general with the power to make grants from the fund to members and families of the Missouri National Guard members or to reserve component members and families who are Missouri residents and were called to active military service as a result of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.

(1) Definitions as used in this rule, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the following terms shall mean:

(A) Adjutant general—as defined in Chapter 41, Revised Statutes of Missouri, section 41.110;

(B) Families of members—a husband, wife, child, mother, father, brother, sister, or other person who has been approved as a dependent and is enrolled in the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) in accordance with applicable military regulations. A custodial parent or guardian of a member’s dependent may apply for a grant on behalf of that dependent;

(C) Interested party—non-family member granted power of attorney by the service member;

(D) Active duty—military service performed as state active duty under 41.480 and/or 44.415, RSMo; military service performed under the provisions of Title 32, United States Code; or military service performed under the provisions of Title 10, United States Code;

(E) Reserve component—reserve forces of the United States:

Air Force Reserve, Army Reserve, Coast Guard Reserve, Marine Corps Reserve, Naval Reserve;

(F) Duty as a result of September 11, 2001—Title 10 or Title 32 active duty service of a minimum of thirty (30) consecutive days, directly related to the President’s Partial Mobilization

(G) Missouri Military Family Relief Fund (MMFRF)—as defined in Chapter 41, Revised Statutes of Missouri, section 41.218;

(H) Review panel—a Command Sergeants Major of the Missouri National Guard, an active or retired Command Sergeants Major of a reserve component or its equivalent and a representative of the Missouri Veterans’ Commission;

(I) MMFRF coordinator—individual appointed by the adjutant general to serve as recorder for the review panel and to execute administrative functions relative to the Missouri Military Family Relief Fund; and (J) Quality of Life and Medical Based Grants (QLMBG)—grants for generally accepted living expenses; housing, transportation, utilities, repairs, groceries, etc. This grant excludes luxury items such as cable TV, vacations, alcohol, etc.

(2) Determination of Eligibility for Quality of Life and Medical Based Grants (QLMBG). The grant applicant must show proof of the following:

(A) He or she is a member of the Missouri National Guard or a Missouri resident who is a member of another reserve component branch, applying on behalf of his or her family;

(B) Or is a family member of that service member, or has been given power of attorney by the service member. Proof of residency for military members will consist of information obtained from DEERS. Proof of a familial relationship will also consist of information obtained from DEERS;

(C) The Missouri National Guard or reserve component member was on active military duty for at least thirty (30) consecutive days as a result of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. Proof of active duty will consist of a copy of the orders issued by an authorized headquarters ordering the member to such duty, and documentation showing that such duty was actually performed. Eligible active duty includes any active duty since September 11, 2001;

(D) The Missouri National Guard or reserve component member has been off Title 10 or Title 32 orders in support of the Global War on Terrorism for less than one hundred twenty (120) days if applying for a grant after release from active duty;

(E) A copy of a payroll record from the member’s civilian employer that indicates member’s monthly salary plus a copy of a military leave and earnings statement (LES) that indicates the member’s monthly salary;

(F) Proof that the member or family member has incurred or is about to incur a specific monetary expense relating to clothing, food, housing, utilities, medical services, medical prescriptions, insurance or vehicle payments. Such proof shall include, but is not limited to, a copy of a bill, invoice, estimate, cancellation notice, or any other similar record;

(G) A signed statement that the grant request is for the

purpose identified in the application and that the grant funds will be used for the purposes requested;

(H) The Missouri National Guard or reserve component member holds a pay grade no higher than O-3, if a commissioned officer, or W-2, if a warrant officer. Individuals or families will be eligible for the grant based upon rank at the time of the mobilization. Proof of pay grades will consist of information obtained from DEERS;

(I) If a custodial parent or guardian is applying for a grant on behalf of a member’s dependent, then the custodial parent or guardian must provide proof of guardianship of a member’s dependent currently enrolled in DEERS;

(J) The adjutant general is authorized to waive the requirements in subsection (2)(H) upon a written request indicating the circumstances justifying such a waiver, and upon proof that there has in fact been some decrease from the member’s civilian salary. Such circumstances include, but are not limited to, death, injury or incapacity of the member, longterm deployment of the member and unexpected expenses incurred by the member’s family. The adjutant general may use discretion in granting or denying such requests; and (K) Upon recommendation of the review panel the adjutant general is authorized to waive the one hundred twenty (120)day limitation in subsection (D) of this section. The adjutant general may use discretion in granting or denying such requests.

(3) The following members are ineligible to receive QLMBG:

(A) All commissioned and warrant officers with pay grades of O-4 and W-3, or higher;

(B) Personnel serving in Active Guard/Reserve (AGR) or similar full-time unit support programs unless called to Title 10 service; or a change in Title 32 due to the September 11, 2001 (8/31/24) John R. Ashcroft terrorist attacks; or (C) Members who, at any time prior to the disbursement of funds pursuant to a grant application under this section, receive a punitive discharge or an administrative discharge with service characterized as Under Other Than Honorable Conditions.

(4) QLMBG Levels and Limits.

(A) Payments to a Missouri National Guard or reserve component service member or their family shall be determined in accordance with MMFRF Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).

(B) If a grant payment is to be used for the purpose of payments for food, housing, utilities, it shall be noted on the application and this information shall be sent to the state fiscal resources office when a payment request is granted.

These payments shall be identified as responsive to health and welfare issues.

(C) All grants will be paid directly to the applicant. Payments will not be made directly to creditors.

(5) Application and Documentation. The rules governing the acceptance of applications are as follows:

(A) To receive consideration for a grant, applicants must request and submit an application provided by the MMFRF coordinator;

(B) All necessary documentation, as stated in section (2), must be included with the application, unless otherwise provided under DEERS, and the applicant shall authorize access to DEERS for purposes of verification;

(C) Incomplete applications will be returned to the applicant;

(D) The MMFRF coordinator, upon receipt of a complete original application, will verify required information under DEERS and will then process the information for payment. The application shall be processed in an expeditious manner.

(6) Payments.

(A) Payment will be made to the applicant who has met all eligibility requirements under section (2).

(B) The timeliness of payment will be determined by the amount of funds available at the time of application.

(C) If adequate funds are not available, the application will be held in a queue until funds are available.

(7) Denials.

(A) Grant applications from those not meeting eligibility requirements will be denied.

(B) A letter explaining the denial, as well as providing additional sources of available relief, will be sent to the applicant by the MMFRF coordinator within thirty (30) days after receipt.

(8) Appeals.

(A) Applicants may appeal decisions in writing within thirty (30) days of denial letter by stating the bases for the reconsideration. Send all appeals to the MMFRF coordinator.

(B) Upon the recommendation of the review panel the adjutant general is the final appeal authority.

(9) Reporting Requirements.

(A) As outlined in the MMFRF SOP.

rule originally filed as 11 CSR 10-7.010. Emergency rule filed Nov. 2, 2005, effective Nov. 12, 2005, expired May 10, 2006. Original

rule filed Nov. 2, 2005, effective May 30, 2006. Moved to 23 CSR 10-7.010, effective Dec. 8, 2022. *Original authority: 41.216, RSMo 2005 and 41.218, RSMo 2005.

History

• Authority in response to the attacks (currently referred to as Operation Noble Eagle, Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom); any future operations as determined by the president; or any future operations as determined by the governor of Missouri;
• AUTHORITY: sections 41.216 and 41.218, RSMo Supp. 2005. This