State Military Department

The State Military Department is a government agency responsible for managing the state's military forces, such as the National Guard, when they are not actively engaged in federal missions. It oversees training, administration, and readiness of these forces to support both emergency response and national defense. The department works closely with state and federal government entities to ensure that military resources are available for natural disasters, public safety, and other state needs, while also coordinating with the federal military when required. It plays a key role in integrating military capabilities into the state's overall emergency and security strategies.