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The United States Armed Forces transitioned to an all-volunteer military force on July 1, 1973, in the waning years of the Vietnam War. As part of this decision, the national draft was repositioned as part of America’s national defense strategy to serve as a deterrent and support military readiness if the Department of Defense requested additional military personnel. The success...
“The Selective Service System enables our Nation to respond effectively to military manpower needs in times of a national emergency.” Rosslyn, VA: Today, Former Army National Guardsman and U.S. Navy Veteran Vincent Anthony Lopez was sworn in as the New Mexico State Director by Selective Service System Region III Director Steven Kett. Mr. Lopez was nominated by New Mexico Governor...
ROSSLYN, VA: Selective Service System Acting Director Joel C. Spangenberg has appointed Saif M. Khan to a key role in the Biden-Harris Administration as the Agency’s Chief of Staff. “It is an honor to serve in this capacity with the Selective Service System and work alongside such a knowledgeable and dedicated team of professionals at a time when the Agency...
“The Selective Service registration represents an additional tier of support to our Nation’s all-volunteer military in the event of a national emergency…” Rosslyn, VA: U.S. Marine Corps veteran, Kenneth “Ken” W. Zebal was sworn in as Arizona State Director on September 14, 2022 by Selective Service System Region III Director Steve Kett. Mr. Zebal was nominated by Arizona Governor Doug...
The White House has appointed Joel C. Spangenberg as Selective Service System Deputy Director. “The Selective Service System serves an important role in support of the Department of Defense and our national security. The agency’s employees, military reservists, and volunteers do outstanding work in carrying out its mission while proudly serving the American people. Serving alongside them as the agency’s...
“The Selective Service registration represents an additional tier of support to our Nation’s all-volunteer military in the event of a national emergency…” Rosslyn, VA: Today, active community leader and former U.S Army Infantry officer, Michael A. Smith, was sworn in as the Connecticut State Director by retired U.S. Air Force COL Thomas Kenney, Selective Service System Acting Associate Director of...
