“See post 17, they are mostly to help during emergencies, not to fight.”
They still get weapons training.
In time of war when the state national guard gets federalized, it’s the state defense force that steps up to defend the state against attack.
What weapons training? Cop training?
The security people are required to be basic cops or armed security or at least have a CCL.
2–2. Qualification standards
a. SSU personnel must be currently licensed and commissioned peace officer in the
State of Texas. Personnel must have at least two years of sworn experience as a peace
officer, have successfully completed an FTO program, pass a background check, pass
an assignment interview with the Director, complete annual firearm qualifications, and
complete required in-service training. Personnel must not be the subject of a criminal or
administrative investigation, must not have had a license previously suspended or
revoked by TCOLE.
b. The following personnel may be used to supplement the SSU as Brigade Team
Members if approved by the Brigade Coordinator, SSU Director and the DCG.:
1. Who are Honorably/Qualified Retired Texas law enforcement officers and
have credentials issued by the agency under 1701.357.
2. Who are newly commissioned police officers with less than two years’
experience.
3. Who have a Level 3 security officer license issued by the Texas Department
of Public Safety.
4. Who have had DOD military police training or security forces training;
(Personnel must provide a DD214 with the training or a DOD issue
certificate.)
5. TXSG service members who have a License to Carry issued by the
Texas Department of Public Safety.
NOTE: TXSG service members who are not commissioned law enforcement officers
and do not have a Level 3 security license WILL be required to attend the TXSG - TMD
approved course to obtain the DPS Level 3 security training for certification.
“””In time of war when the state national guard gets federalized, it’s the state defense force that steps up to defend the state against attack.”””
First I ever heard of that, where are you getting this stuff from?
“”””They still get weapons training.
In time of war when the state national guard gets federalized, it’s the state defense force that steps up to defend the state against attack.””””
Nonsense, you can be 67 years old, some disabilities are accepted and they prefer these backgrounds although not required JAG/Military experienced Attorneys, Rescue, Medical [Doctors, Nurses, Dentist, Dental Asst., Paramedics, EMT], Civil Affairs, Chaplain, Communications, IT, CPA, Education, Historian
**Generally, a physical examination is not required.
**There are no specific physical fitness requirements to join the Texas State Guard (TXSG) other than being in reasonably good physical condition, able to endure moderate stress and physical activity.
In 2020 1678 members.