Louisiana National Guardsmen assigned to the 61st Troop Command conduct their annual training at Camp Shelby in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, April 27 - May 7, 2024. (U.S. Army National Guard video by Spc. Duncan Foote)
Following a request from the State of Texas and with the approval of the Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry, the Louisiana National Guard’s 2nd Squadron, 108th Cavalry Regiment, 256th Infantry Brigade Combat Team, mobilized 50 Soldiers to the Texas border in support of Operation Lone Star.
House Bill 19 was signed into law by Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry on March 7, 2024 after approval by the State Legislature last week during the Special Session.
Among additional items for other departments, the bill funds the mobilization of the Louisiana National Guard for Operation Lone Star. The amount approved for funding is $3 million and will cover pay and allowances, transportation, lodging, meals, and per diem.