IMPORTANT NEWS AND INFORMATION

Here is a link to a gallery of images from
the SAL Wreath Laying during Washington Conference.
You can use this link to download small image files for sharing and use on social media or to order prints of the photos that will be shipped directly to you.
Thank you,
Kevin Mook
National SAL Liaison
Internal Affairs and MembershipUSA250

I have yet to receive any awards nominations for this year. Please fill put the form below for any of the following awards for a member of your squadron that meets the criteria. The deadline is may 31st. If we dont have these in by then the award will not be given out in September, which will make for a poor awards banquet.
Thank you.
Dustin Fowler
Awards Chairman
Awards Nomination Form

Once again, the SAL National Commander’s Four Pillar Squadron Challenge is going.
For your convenience we have also included the form for use.
If you have any questions, please let us know.
Thank you,
Kevin Mook
2026 Four Pillar Challenge
I told them I had plenty .....go ahead and take two.
Please donate if you can and help save a life!
Kevin Baker, Detachment Americanism Chairman supporting the Four Pillars Challenge by donating blood - National Security.

Texas Boys State
Reminder: use this link. The 2026 application is at
texasboysstate.org
Welcome to the Lonestar Registration System
This system will manage the Texas Boys State application process from start to finish.
Student applicants should complete the information below to begin the application process.
Please note: The APPLICANT is required to initiate the application process.
Also you can access the 2026 Texas Boys State Brochure and Facts sheet at texasboysstate.com
Any questions regarding that process should be directed to
contactus@texasboysstate.com.
Commanders please share this information with your posts, students, schools and parents.
Respectfully,
Clifton Guillory
Department of Texas
The American Legion
409 550 9354
clifton87@yahoo.com
"Together, we honor the past, empower the present, and inspire the future. Let’s stand united for our veterans and communities!"

Please see the link below. It is for the USA 250 Challenge. I ask that all parties take a moment to just review all items associated with this link and then disseminate to all Squadrons and Districts. Your help is appreciated.
Kevin Winkelmann
Detachment Adjutant
American Legion Family USA250

Thom Skeley, Candidate for National Commander, Sons of The American Legion.
Check out "Thom's Travels, flyers, activities and pictures while on his campaign.
Thom's Travels
https://www.facebook.com/groups/thomstravels
Check out the 2025 Detachment of Texas Shirts, Caps and more