national guard; active duty combat

HB 2188, titled "Defend the Guard Act," restricts Arizona's National Guard from being deployed in active duty combat without specific authorization. It requires either a formal U.S. Congressional declaration of war or a concurrent resolution passed by the Arizona legislature to deploy troops in combat. The bill defines "active duty combat" as participating in armed conflict, performing hazardous duties in foreign countries, or carrying out war-related tasks. This law directly affects Arizona's National Guard deployment decisions, ensuring they align with the bill's authorization requirements.