SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS
Gov. Kay Ivey on Friday signed Executive Order No. 740, revitalizing the Joint Enlistment Enhancement Program (JEEP) to strengthen recruitment and readiness within the Alabama State Military Department, which includes the Army and Air National Guard. The order was signed ahead of the National Guard’s birthday Saturday, underscoring what Ivey called Alabama’s commitment to keeping its force “always ready.”
“We call on the men and women of the Alabama National Guard often, so to ensure Alabama’s force stands ready, we have to continue increasing our support for them,” Ivey said. “As we look forward to celebrating America’s oldest fighting force, I was proud to sign this executive order to ensure the Joint Enlistment Enhancement Program is allowing the Guard to maintain operational superiority.”
The executive order directs the Alabama State Military Department to issue new regulations encouraging soldiers, airmen, qualified retirees and department employees to assist with recruitment efforts. Financial incentives will be offered to individuals who provide leads resulting in enlistments into the Alabama National Guard. In addition, Air National Guard recruiting and retention personnel will be eligible for bonus payments when they exceed annual recruitment goals…