Legislative Advocacy That Never Stops
Fighting for what you've earned
As your dedicated advocates in Salt Lake City and Washington D.C., NGAUT Legislative Trustees work year-round on your behalf. Our representatives maintain ongoing relationships with Utah's Congressional delegation and participate in annual Capitol Hill advocacy events.
Our Legislative Focus Areas
- Healthcare Benefits - Advocating for affordable TriCare options and expanded coverage
- Education Benefits - Working to enhance GI Bill benefits and transferability
- Equipment & Readiness - Ensuring Guard units receive modern, mission-ready equipment
- Career Development - Supporting policies that advance Guard member opportunities
Your Impact: Every NGAUT member strengthens our collective voice in Washington. Legislators pay attention to membership numbers - your participation directly influences our advocacy power.
Professional Development & National Recognition
Elevating Your Career
National Conference Opportunities
NGAUT members gain access to the premier professional development event in the Guard community - the annual NGAUS Conference. These conferences rotate among states and territories, providing networking opportunities with Guard leaders nationwide.
Why Attend National Conferences?
- Connect with military and defense industry leaders
- Participate in professional development sessions
- Access cutting-edge military technology exhibitions
- Build relationships that advance your career
- Represent Utah's Guard excellence on the national stage
Local Professional Development
- Annual State Conference with industry experts
- Warrant Officer Professional Development Symposiums
- Company Grade Officer advancement opportunities
- Leadership development workshops
Scholarships & Family Support
Investing in your family's future.
Annual Scholarship Program NGAUT awards multiple scholarships each year to Guard members and their families through:
- Direct NGAUT funding
- Corporate partner contributionss
- Charitable trust donations
Eligibility includes
- Active Guard members
- Guard family members pursuing higher education
- Professional development and certification programs
Additional member benefits
- Quarterly NGAUT Newsletter with Utah-specific updates
- Life insurance services and options
- Professional networking opportunities
- Legislative advocacy representation
- Access to NGAUS national resources and programs
Proven Leadership Structure
Led by Those Who Understand Your Challenges Elected Board Representation:- President & President Elect - Senior officer leadership
- Executive Director - Professional association management
- Legislative Trustees - Army and Air Force advocacy specialists
- Warrant Officer Trustee - Technical expert representation
- Company Grade Trustees - Junior officer advocacy (Army & Air)
- Specialized Trustees - Social media, communications, and outreach
Board Commitment: Our volunteer board members are active Guard members who understand your daily challenges. They commit to listening to member concerns and providing advocacy support for improving your Guard experience.
Corporate Partnership Network
Supported by Utah's Business Community
NGAUT maintains strong partnerships with Utah businesses that believe in supporting Guard members.
These corporate relationships
- Fund scholarship programs
- Support conference and event costs
- Provide member services and benefits
- Create networking opportunities
Corporate partnerships directly benefit Guard members through reduced event costs and expanded scholarship opportunities.
Why NGAUT Membership Matters
The Benefits You've Earned Through Others' Advocacy Historical Wins for Guard Members:
- Commissary and Base Exchange privileges
- TriCare Reserve Select access
- GI Bill improvements and dependent transferability
- NGREA retirement funding
- Modern equipment on par with Active Duty
- Specialty pay equal to Active Duty components
- Enhanced life and injury insurance coverage
- Reduced retirement age based on deployments
These benefits didn't happen automatically - they resulted from decades of NGAUT/NGAUS advocacy efforts.
Multiple Ways to Engage
Find Your Level of Involvement
Membership Options
- Annual membership renewal
- Digital Life Membership (includes NGAUS, NGAUT, and AUSA)
- Corporate membership opportunities
Volunteer Opportunities
- Board service and committee participation
- Event planning and coordination
- Legislative advocacy support
- Mentorship and professional development programs
Stay Connected
- Quarterly newsletter updates
- Social media engagement
- Annual conference participation
- Local networking events