NGAW is committed to networking, working the resolution process, and testifying at legislative hearings in order to produce results for YOU! We are an advocate organization operated exclusively to promote the social welfare of Washington Soldiers and Airmen and their families. As a non-profit, seperate from the WA Military Department, NGAW is a lobbying force, focused on securing the most effective legislation to maximize Washington State Army and Air Guardsmen benefits and resources.
Member
Suggestions
Is there legislation you want us to pursue? Tell us about it!
Jan. 2026 – Regarding employer Leave Authorization for State Active Duty
May 2025 – A resolution in opposition to the proposed changes to federal pensions from the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, specifically the increase in employee contributions to FERS. Resolution was presented at 2025 NGAUS Conference and resolved favorably: the undesirable draft changes to the federal pensions from the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform were dropped.
April 2025 – Washington state should eliminate the income limit for veterans’ real estate tax exemptions.
Nov. 2024 – Regarding implementing a retention incentive for Washington government workers who are also in the National Guard.
Legislative
Priorities
2026 Priority Bills
HB 1073 – Creates a Washington National Guard retention program.
HB 1165 – Increases the income thresholds for the property tax exemption program for veterans with disabilities.
HB 2099 – Allows military children who would not normally quality to enroll in the Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program.
SB 5398 – Concerning property tax exemptions for veterans with disabilities.
SB 5954 – Concerning veteran survivor tuition waiver eligibility.
2025 Priority Bills
- PASSED! SB 5545 – Modifying provisions regarding licensure for military family childcare providers
- PASSED! HB 1102 – Increasing support and services for veterans
- PASSED! HB 1106 – Adjusting disability rating requirements to ensure more disabled veterans are eligible for property tax relief
- PASSED! HB 1321 – Concerning the governor’s authority to limit outside militia activities within the state
- PASSED! HB 1371 – Concerning parking privileges for veterans.
2024 Priority Bills
- PASSED! HB 1943 – Guard Education Grant for spouses and dependent children
- PASSED! SB 5803 – Guard Referral & Bonuses
- PASSED! HB 1869 – Guard Referral & Bonuses
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Legislative
Achievements
Our NGAW Legislative Chair and Committee work the resolution process at both the State and Federal levels to determine Association priorities. They propose legislation and work with law makers to gain sponsorship and support. They testify at the State level and share the Call to Action with our membership.
All of this produces results that benefit every WA Guardsmen!
Are you interested in joining the Legislative Committee? Contact us for more information at legislativedirector@ngaw.org.
Defined by NGAW
National Guard Education Grant
2020, 2021, & 2024
Wildland Firefighting Pay Increase
2020
Free Hunting License
2016
Protecting MUTA
Drill Pay
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Contact Your Representatives
You are vital to our success! Reach out to your state and federal representatives and encourage them to support legislation that benefits the National Guard. You can click on the buttons below to find and contact the law makers who represents you at the state or federal levels.
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