National Guard May 4 to virtually testify before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense.
Reserve component and congressional members discussed specific Reserve missions, modernization, mental health, diversity and the fiscal year 2022 budget. In addition, Scobee touted the many accomplishments of Reserve Airmen in a year marked by challenges.
“The Air Force Reserve is a cost-effective, accessible and ready force,” Scobee said in his opening remarks. “We provide strategic depth with rapid surge capability across every Air Force core mission set. We do so cost effectively because we are a predominantly part-time force.”
The general went on to highlight strengths the Reserve provides as an accessible, ready force.