U.S. Treasury Secretary Signs Statement of Support for the National Guard and Reserve
Washington, DC, January 26, 2006 --(PR.com)-- Mr. Craig H. Duehring, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Reserve Affairs, announced that Secretary of the U. S. Treasury, John W. Snow signed a “5-Star” Statement of Support for the National Guard and Reserve in Washington, D.C.
The “5-Star” Statement of Support confirms that the Treasury Department:
• Signed a Statement of Support publicly demonstrating its support for its employees who serve in the National Guard and Reserve.
• As a federal employer, promises to safeguard job positions, support continuation of medical and dental benefits for family members, grant leaves of absence for military service without penalty of lost vacation time to those employees who serve in the Guard and Reserve, to the extent allowed under applicable laws.
• Ensures men and women who serve in the Guard and Reserve will not be denied employment with the Treasury Department nor will there be limited or reduced job and career opportunities due to service in the Guard or Reserve.
• Is an advocate for employee service in the National Guard and Reserve.
“Today, supportive employers are critical to maintaining the strength and readiness of the nation’s National Guard and Reserve units. I am asking all of America’s employers to review and amended their current human resources policies to ensure compliance with the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act Law (USERRA),” said Duehring. “This is a significant event not only for the Treasury Department, but for all federal civil service employees. The Federal Government is one of the largest employers of National Guardsmen and Reservists in the country.”
“It is with great respect for the National Guard and Reserves that I sign this Statement of Support,” Secretary Snow said. “As civil servants, I believe we should all be humbled to work alongside the men and women who are giving twice to their country – first by serving in the Federal Government and second by volunteering for the ultimate in service, the defense of our great nation and all its precious freedoms. I am proud to affix my signature to a document that makes official my heartfelt support, and deep support from the Treasury, of these valiant federal employees. ”
When asked about the “5-Star” criteria, Duehring said “By meeting the ‘5-Star’ Statement of Support criteria, the management of the Treasury Department stands proudly with its Guard and Reserve employees, who like the Minute Men before them, continue to answer their nation’s call to defend our way of life. Their personal sacrifices are essential to the strength of our nation”.
“Secretary Snow joins a cadre of his fellow Cabinet Level Secretaries, Governors, Fortune 500 companies, and thousands of America’s employers in demonstrating support for our armed forces,” added Duehring. “By signing the ‘5-Star’ Statement of Support, Secretary Snow is sending a clear message to the employees of the Treasury Department that while they are serving their country they do not have to worry about their civilian jobs.”
The Department of the Treasury is the primary federal agency responsible for the economic and financial prosperity and security of the United States, and as such is responsible for a wide range of activities including advising the President on economic and financial issues, promoting the President’s growth agenda, and enhancing corporate governance in financial institutions. The mission of the Department is to promote the conditions for prosperity and stability in the United States and encourage prosperity and stability in the rest of the world.
Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) is a Department of Defense agency established in 1972. ESGR volunteers provide free education, consultation, and if necessary mediation for employers of Guard and Reserve employees. For more information about ESGR Employer Outreach Programs and volunteer opportunities please visit the ESGR website at www.esgr.mil, or call the National Committee Office at (800) 336-4590.
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The “5-Star” Statement of Support confirms that the Treasury Department:
• Signed a Statement of Support publicly demonstrating its support for its employees who serve in the National Guard and Reserve.
• As a federal employer, promises to safeguard job positions, support continuation of medical and dental benefits for family members, grant leaves of absence for military service without penalty of lost vacation time to those employees who serve in the Guard and Reserve, to the extent allowed under applicable laws.
• Ensures men and women who serve in the Guard and Reserve will not be denied employment with the Treasury Department nor will there be limited or reduced job and career opportunities due to service in the Guard or Reserve.
• Is an advocate for employee service in the National Guard and Reserve.
“Today, supportive employers are critical to maintaining the strength and readiness of the nation’s National Guard and Reserve units. I am asking all of America’s employers to review and amended their current human resources policies to ensure compliance with the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act Law (USERRA),” said Duehring. “This is a significant event not only for the Treasury Department, but for all federal civil service employees. The Federal Government is one of the largest employers of National Guardsmen and Reservists in the country.”
“It is with great respect for the National Guard and Reserves that I sign this Statement of Support,” Secretary Snow said. “As civil servants, I believe we should all be humbled to work alongside the men and women who are giving twice to their country – first by serving in the Federal Government and second by volunteering for the ultimate in service, the defense of our great nation and all its precious freedoms. I am proud to affix my signature to a document that makes official my heartfelt support, and deep support from the Treasury, of these valiant federal employees. ”
When asked about the “5-Star” criteria, Duehring said “By meeting the ‘5-Star’ Statement of Support criteria, the management of the Treasury Department stands proudly with its Guard and Reserve employees, who like the Minute Men before them, continue to answer their nation’s call to defend our way of life. Their personal sacrifices are essential to the strength of our nation”.
“Secretary Snow joins a cadre of his fellow Cabinet Level Secretaries, Governors, Fortune 500 companies, and thousands of America’s employers in demonstrating support for our armed forces,” added Duehring. “By signing the ‘5-Star’ Statement of Support, Secretary Snow is sending a clear message to the employees of the Treasury Department that while they are serving their country they do not have to worry about their civilian jobs.”
The Department of the Treasury is the primary federal agency responsible for the economic and financial prosperity and security of the United States, and as such is responsible for a wide range of activities including advising the President on economic and financial issues, promoting the President’s growth agenda, and enhancing corporate governance in financial institutions. The mission of the Department is to promote the conditions for prosperity and stability in the United States and encourage prosperity and stability in the rest of the world.
Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) is a Department of Defense agency established in 1972. ESGR volunteers provide free education, consultation, and if necessary mediation for employers of Guard and Reserve employees. For more information about ESGR Employer Outreach Programs and volunteer opportunities please visit the ESGR website at www.esgr.mil, or call the National Committee Office at (800) 336-4590.
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Tom Bullock
800-336-4590
www.esgr.mil
1555 Wilson Blvd - Suite 200
Arlington, VA 22209
Tom Bullock
800-336-4590
www.esgr.mil
1555 Wilson Blvd - Suite 200
Arlington, VA 22209
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