11 CSR 10-1.010 - Organization and Methods of Operation

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 651011203, (573) 638-9500.

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11 CSR 10-1.010

AUTHORITY: section 536.023, RSMo Supp. 1999.* Original rule filed Dec. 16, 1975, effective Dec. 29, 1975. Amended: Filed July 20, 2000, effective Jan. 30, 2001.

*Original authority: 536.023, RSMo 1975, amended 1976, 1997.