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LEGAL AUTHORITY Act 62 of June 23, 1969, as amended, known as the Military Code of Puerto Rico, created the Puerto Rico National Guard.MISSION Protect the lives and property of citizens quickly and efficiently; preserving the peace, order and securing the country in emergency situations caused by natural disasters and civil disturbances; and serve as a national security partner in the United States Army. ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
PROGRAMS Management and General Administration Program Description
Coordinates activities of the offices of the Adjutant General, Legal Services, Human Resources, and Public Relations for the Agency. Directs, coordinates and complies with State and Federal requirements, ensuring good administration of the operations and services. Program Description Offers security, protection and medical services, specifically in cases where the State Guard is activated by the Governor. CustomersThe Puerto Rico National Guard and citizens. Safety and Preservation of Military Facilities Program Description
Ensures the safety of military installations, as well as the operation and maintenance of the physical installations. These are carried out by state personnel and, in some cases, through service agreements with the Federal National Guard. Customers All civil and military personnel in the administration and operation of precincts and military installations of the Puerto Rico National Guard. Administration Ancillary services Program Description Offers administrative services in all locations where state assignments and federal services are provided. FISCAL YEAR 2012-2013 PROPOSED BUDGET
The proposed consolidated budget for Fiscal Year 2012-2013 amounts to $41,333,000. This amount includes $11,531,000 from the Joint Resolution-General Fund and $29,802,000 in Federal Grants. Operational expenses reflect an increase of $5,348,000 when compared to funds assigned in fiscal year 2011-2012. Additional funds are included for federal matching contribution programs and to hire State Military Police to secure equipment and military facilities. Resources from the Joint Resolution General Fund includes $1,246,000 for federal matching contribution programs, specifically for matching funds related to the Gurabo Armory capital improvements project; $1,008,000 for the Puerto Rico Youth Challenge Program and $1,475,000 for air conditioning units and electric generators maintenance work. These funds will allow the National Guard to comply with the duties established by its Organic Act: preserve peace, order and the safety of individuals in national emergencies and to provide military support the President of the United States in case of military conflict. The contributing Federal Program is the National Guard Military Operations and Maintenance, assigned through an agreement between the Defense Department and the Government of Puerto Rico.
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