U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines recognized the Montana National Guard Military & Family Readiness Group as Montanans of the Month for their commitment to supporting and providing resources to soldiers, airmen, and their families.
Through his “Montanan of the Month” initiative, each month Daines highlights a Montanan by submitting a statement of recognition in the recipient’s honor into the Congressional Record, the document that reflects the official proceedings of Congress.
Daines welcomes anyone to nominate fellow Montanans for Daines’ “Montanan of the Month” program by calling his office at 202-224-2651 or filling out the submission form on his website HERE.
The following is the tribute Daines submitted to the Congressional Record to honor the Montana National Guard Military & Family Readiness Group:
TRIBUTE TO MONTANA NATIONAL GUARD MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS GROUP
Mr. Daines, Mr. President, today I have the honor to recognize the Montana National Guard Military & Family Readiness Group as Montanans of the Month.
For over a century, the Montana National Guard has stood strong in its commitment to serving both state and nation. The Montana National Guard Military & Family Readiness Program also provides this group of soldiers and airmen with support and specialized programming as they grapple with the unique challenges and sacrifices, they and their loved one’s face that are required by their willingness to serve.
Today, we recognize something deeper for what they provide to our Montana families: their steadfast care to family wellness. Family programs provided by the Montana National Guard helps families become more resilient so they can thrive by equipping them with the support and resources they need to succeed.
Recently, the Montana Military & Family Readiness Programs (MFRP) received national recognition, finishing tied for first overall in the nation for Fiscal Year 2025, according to National Guard Bureau evaluations. Under a rigorous grading system, Montana ranked second in Personnel and fifth in Program Execution, making Montana the only state in the nation to place in the top five in both categories in the last two years.
Josh Jopling, Montana Guard Family Programs Director, shared: “What inspires us every day is seeing the direct impact our programs have on families. Supporting them means strengthening the entire Montana National Guard. Our team is honored to serve these families and help ensure our soldiers and airmen can focus on the mission, knowing their loved ones are cared for.”
Their efforts big and small make a tremendous impact on this esteemed group of servicemen and women, and their contributions will help Montanan’s everywhere.
It is my distinct honor to recognize the Montana Military & Family Readiness Program group for their steadfast dedication and care for those who sacrifice and their families to protect our great state and nation.
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