Kentucky adjutant general briefs legislative committee on state of the Guard
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DVIDS - GeorgiaFRANKFORT, Ky. — Maj. Gen. Haldane B. Lamberton, Kentucky’s Adjutant General, briefed the Interim Joint Committee on Veterans, Military Affairs, and Public Protection on the state of the Kentucky National Guard during a session at the Capitol Annex in Frankfort, Oct. 21, 2026.
The briefing provided committee members with an update on the Kentucky National Guard, its mission and its role in supporting the Commonwealth and the nation.
The VMAPP committee, part of the Kentucky General Assembly, addresses issues related to military affairs, the National Guard, veterans’ benefits and services, and public protection.
During the meeting, two Kentucky Air National Guard members were also recognized for their actions in saving the life of a fellow Airman.
State Rep. Steve Bratcher, representing District 25, presented U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Sarah Cobb and Col. Daniel Dierfeldt with citations of valor for their actions Dec. 14, when they responded to an Airman experiencing cardiac arrest.
Their quick response and decisive actions helped save the Airman’s life, demonstrating their commitment to the well-being of fellow Service members.
The recognition highlighted the dedication and professionalism of Kentucky National Guard members, which extend beyond military readiness to include looking out for the safety and welfare of others.
Lamberton’s briefing and the recognition of Cobb and Dierfeldt underscored the Kentucky National Guard’s continued commitment to serving the Commonwealth, supporting its Service members and Families, and maintaining readiness for missions at home and abroad.
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