99th Annual Texas VFW State Convention Program

99th ANNUAL STATE CONVENTION PROGRAM

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TABLE OF CONTENTS State Convention Chair Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 State Commander Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 VFW National Representative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Dr. Suzanna Hupp, special guest . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 VFW Schedule of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Council of Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 District Commanders/Committee Chairs . . . . . . . 9 All-State Districts & Posts/Exhibitor List . . . . . 10 Auxiliary President Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Auxiliary National Representative . . . . . . . . . . 11 Auxiliary Leadership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Auxiliary Schedule of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Awards & Honors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-17 Membership Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Quartermaster Financial Report . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Texas VFW Foundation Career Fair . . . . . . . . . 20 VFW Foundation Financial Statements . . . . . . . 21 VFW Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Leave a Lasting Legacy for Veterans . . . . . . . . 23 Legacy Life Membership Application . . . . . . . . 24 Texas VFW Membership Application . . . . . . . . . 25 Officer Training Seminar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Special Thank You to Back Pew Brewing for the generous hospitality room donation.

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Welcome to Houston!

STATE CONVENTION CHAIR Hector Giron

USVSD Service Dog Graduation Ceremony taking place at the Joint Opening Ceremony on Thursday, 1:00-4:00 p.m.

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Texas VFW Commander

Inge Conley

Dear Comrades, Auxiliary and Guests, The Department of Texas staff, headed by Dan West, State Adjutant/ Quartermaster, have put together a great sequence of events for all to enjoy this week. Please give them a big TEXAS thank you when you get the opportunity. WHAT A STAFF! Please have fun this week and exchange ideas with each other and beyond. Make a new friend! Everyone has worked hard this past year and I appreciate all of you! THANK YOU for a job well done Comrades.

My theme this year was “SECOND TO NONE” which means we strive to be the best — never second, always first! Carrying this philosophy forward and continuing to strive to be the best will help ensure our accomplishments become a living history that will benefit Veterans and their families for generations to come.

It is imperative we continue our agenda in Washington to keep pressure on our leaders to be a voice for our Veterans. This past March while the Department of Texas attended the National Legislative Conference, our Commander-in-Chief, B.J. Lawrence, spoke fiercely about the need to improve and maintain a strong Department of Veterans Affairs, as some special interest groups are advocating for its privatization. It is our government’s responsibility to send our men and women to war and therefore it should be they who are tasked with making our Veterans whole again. I feel strongly that the decision makers in Washington are now listening to our messages after having stepped up our face to face meetings. Our Texas VFW Legislative Committee Members are doing a superb job and I’m very proud of each and everyone of them. We must keep the pressure on!

I want to express my gratitude to everyone in this great State of Texas for the courtesies and goodwill extended to Earl and me over the course of the 4 years that I campaigned and served in a leadership position of this superb Department of Texas VFW. I enjoyed the comradeship we have shared throughout this tenure. Even though I am leaving office I am not done. My plan is to remain an active participant in continuing our mission of assisting Veterans in need. It’s all about “Veterans taking care of Veterans.”

I extend best wishes to Keith and Richard who will lead the Department in the forthcoming years. Thank you for your support while serving together along with the best Chief of Staff, Terry, and the dedication you provide to this Department and continue to do so. I have tremendous faith you will continue the mission. Comrades and Auxiliary THANK YOU for 4 great years and for your love and support and dedication to the HEROES who have given us freedom. “SECOND TO NONE.”

Inge Conley

Commander-in-Chief, 1995-96 Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States

Paul A. Spera

Paul A. Spera of Attleboro, Mass., was elected Commander-in-Chief at the 96th national convention in Phoenix, Ariz. on Aug. 25, 1995.

He was the seventh native of the Bay State to be elected to this high office.

Spera, an Army veteran, earned his eligibility in Nha Trang Vietnam from 1965-1966.

Upon returning home, he was stationed at Fort Ritchie, Md., where he was part of an equipment installation team, until his discharge.

Joining in 1966, while still in Vietnam, he remains a member of Post 144 in Boston, Mass., and currently serves as the Post Quartermaster.

Upon discharge, he attended Northeastern University where he studied business administration. He then went to work for the Department of Labor’s Jobs for Veterans program. He also was assistant service officer for the Department of Massachusetts from 1977-79.

He was named the “Outstanding Veteran of the Year” by the National Alliance of Businessmen and served on the Massachusetts and Attleboro memorial committees.

In 2001, he received a Presidential appointment as a special assistant to then Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Anthony Principi. He is currently retired from the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs.

He and his wife Joanne have five children and four grandsons.

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Convention Master of Ceremonies

State Adjutant/ Quartermaster DAN WEST Texas VFW has a new State Adjutant/Quartermaster after the retirement of Roy Grona. Past State Commander and National Council Member Dan West was elected as State Quartermaster by the Texas Council of Administration in January 2019.

Dan brings a tremendous wealth of VFW institutional knowledge and business experience to the position following in the footsteps of the previous Adjutants/ Quartermasters.

You can read Dan’s bio in the last issue of the Texas VFW Magazine located at www.texasvfw.org/news.

Special Guest

Texas Health and Human Services DR. SUZANNA HUPP Dr. Suzanna Hupp is a former member of the Texas House of Representatives serving from 1997-2007. After surviving the Luby’s shooting in 1991, Hupp became a leading advocate of an individual’s right to carry a concealed weapon and wrote a book called From Luby’s to the Legislature: One Woman’s Fight Against Gun Control.

Hupp was appointed by Governor Perry in 2013 to be the associate commissioner for veterans’ services at the state Health and Human Services Commission. After having represented part of the area around Fort Hood in the Texas House for 10 years, she continues to lead a multi-agency effort to ensure members of the armed services receive needed social services after they return to life as civilians.

Dr. Suzanna Hupp is speaking Thursday at the Joint Opening Ceremony.

Al Cantu, Chair of the Texas Veterans Commission, will be the opening speaker before Dr Suzanna Hupp at the Joint Opening Ceremony on Thursday.

Roger DeWeese Candidate For State Junior Vice Commander 2019-2020

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All American Post Commander All State Post Commander All State District Commander State Deputy Chief of Staff National Aide-de-Camp (2) National Special Aide-de-Camp (2) Gold Legacy Life Member

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VFW SCHEDULE OF EVENTS WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12 7:30 am - 5:00 pm Noon - 4:00 pm Noon - 4:00 pm Noon - 4:00 pm 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Golf Tournament Vendor Booths & Poppies VFW & AUX Registration/Credentials VFW Store VFW Foundation Meeting

Hermann Park Golf Course Woodway Ballroom Foyer San Felipe Closed

THURSDAY, JUNE 13 7:00 am - 9:00 am 8:00 am - 4:00 pm 8:00 am - 4:00 pm 8:00 am - 4:00 pm 8:00 am - 9:30 am 10:30 am - 11:30 am 11:30 am - 1:00 pm 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Networking VFW & AUX Registration/Credentials Vendor Booths/Poppies VFW Store VFW Council of Administration Meeting JOINT Memorial Service Past Department Commander’s Lunch JOINT Opening Session

Ballroom Foyer Woodway San Felipe Woodway Galleria Ballroom Closed Galleria Ballroom

FRIDAY, JUNE 14 7:00 am - 8:00 am 8:00 am - 9:00 am 8:00 am - 4:00 pm 8:00 am - 4:00 pm 8:00 am - 4:00 pm 9:00 am - Adjourn 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Networking VFW Resolutions Available for Review VFW & AUX Registration/Credentials Vendor Booths/Poppies VFW Store VFW Business Meeting and Nominations Reception with Cash Bar Awards Banquet

Galleria Ballroom Ballroom Foyer Woodway San Felipe Galleria Ballroom Ballroom Foyer Galleria Ballroom

SATURDAY, JUNE 15 7:00 am - 8:00 am 7:00 am - 9:00 am 7:00 am - 9:00 am 7:00 am - 10:00 am 7:00 am - 10:00 am 9:00 am - 11:00 am 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

VFW/AUX Incoming Council Photos Time & Location Tentative Networking VFW/AUX Registration and Credentials Ballroom Foyer Vendor Booths/Buddy Poppies Woodway VFW Store San Felipe VFW Business Meeting, Elections and Installation Galleria Ballroom 2019-2020 Council of Administration Meeting Galleria Ballroom State Commander & State President Joint Reception Woodway

SUNDAY, JUNE 16 Safe Travels 99th ANNUAL TEXAS VFW STATE CONVENTION

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STATE OFFICERS STATE COMMANDER Inge Conley STATE SENIOR VICE COMMANDER Keith King STATE JUNIOR VICE COMMANDER Richard “Dick” Shawver

Adjutant/Quartermaster Dan West Judge Advocate D. Grant Seabolt, Jr. Surgeon Thomas “Doc” Howard Chaplain Allen “Al” Lowe

In Memoriam

Chief-of-Staff Terry Contella Inspector Rodney “Rod” Raulston Immediate Past Commander Edward C. Torres National Council Member Dan West

Deputy State Inspectors David Adams Glenn James Robert LaFleur

Deputy State Inspectors Robert Martinez, Jr. Lavern Terbl Rick Ramirez

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Officer of the Day Lonnie Garza

DISTRICT COMMANDERS

1 Ray Richardson 2 Kevin Bost 3 George Warringer 4 Steve Benavidas 5 Joe Hackett 6 Hector Villarreal 8 James Masters 9 Ben Lowrence 10 Jose Vargas 12 Larry Levy 13 Daniel Hinojosa 14 Loy Gardner, II

15 16 17 18 19 20

Michael Hood Israel Cortez, Jr. Everett Ison Lupita Perez Emerson Griffin John Shipley

21 24 25 28 29 30

Eddie Terry Patrick Franklin Charles Kobes Terry Craig Roy “Bobby” Jones William “Bill” Malone

COMMITTEE CHAIRS/SERVICE OFFICERS 99th Convention Chair Hector Giron

Credentials Chair Eric J. Shumaker

Legislative Chair John T. Spahr

Veterans Employment Chair Bob Gear

Buddy Poppy Chair James J. “Jeff” Clark

Credentials Chair Asst.

Katie Baillio

VOD/Patriot’s Pen Chair Frank Andrada

Budget and Finance Chair Larry Velasquez

Homeless Veterans Chair Clarence Jackson

Membership Chair Cris Vieyra Motorcycle Group Chair Thomas E. Anderson, Jr.

Community Service Chair Wayne Cooley

Hospital/Map Chair Thomas “Doc” Howard

POW/MIA Chair Darrell K. Moore

Service Officer/Houston Mike Eshenbaugh

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ALL-STATE

Posts

ALL-STATE

District

Post

City

Post Commander

District

Post

City

Post Commander

20

8541

San Antonio

William E Smith

1

2150

McKinney

James A Nichols

20

12171

San Antonio

Lee M Rivas

2

2775

Orange

Edwin A Mc Intyre

14

9191

Killeen

Carlo S Davis

16

2438

Bay City

Donald C Wells

8273

Frisco

C J Harmon

5

2933

Dripping Springs Ronnie G Barnett

21

12152

Cleburne

Jonathan Laureles

19

9313

San Augustine

Robert Agee

14

3892

Harker Heights

Anson L Booker

17

4816

Porter

20

76

San Antonio

Johnny Ornelaz

20

8555

Poth

14

4008

Belton

Gary A Leofsky

14

8577

Copperas Cove

Herbert M Wright

3

7843

Duncanville

Ricky L Williams Sr

14

3393

Kempner

Brian L Olmstead

17

4709

Conroe

Floyd W Stewart

12

3990

Paris

John D Dickerson

1

1922

Gainesville

Dennis I Kretzschmar

3

1406

Dallas

James E Briggs

19

8568

Livingston

Robert H Dodd

20

4676

Universal City

Joseph D Ramon

1

Districts

District 1

110.23%

Ray Richardson

District 30

107.73%

Bill Malone

District 2

106.46%

Kevin Bost

District 14

106.42%

Loy Gardner

Ronald J Miller

District 17

106.13%

Everett Ison

Marvin A Roemer

District 3

105.84%

George Warringer

District 21

105.50%

Eddie Terry

District 29

105.50%

Bobby Jones

District 6

103.45%

Hector Villareal

103.31%

Danny Hinojosa

28

10427

Leander

David A Walden

1

2772

Sherman

Jeremy B Ford

District 13

1514

Village Mills

Richard L Moore

9

4818

Hereford

Timothy J Lucero

20

12041

Lytle

Larry L Sanders

16

3903

Rosenberg

Kenneth R Dillon

District 15

102.87%

Michael Hood

21

4746

Weatherford

Patrick A Clark

5619

Houston

Phillip T Contella

District 28

102.85%

Terry Craig

District 5

102.69%

Joe Hackett

District 4

102.32%

Steve R. Benavides

2

6

4

12160

Sinton

Todd T Richardson

14

10376

Marble Falls

Wesley H Lewis

20

8397

San Antonio

Crisoforo Vieyra Jr

21

7835

Granbury

Duane A Shepard

21

10429

Benbrook

Jerry W Grantland

3413

San Marcos

David L Adams

10

8550

El Paso

Jeraldine J Wells

20

837

San Antonio

John P. Rodriguez

District 20

101.88%

John Shipley

21

6111

Arlington

Manuel D Leal III

16

8551

Sweeny

Glenn J James

14

6974

Burnet

Reece E Carter

28

8925

Austin

Evart J Kennedy Jr

District 12

101.62%

Larry Levy

5

8790

Houston

Hector R Giron

5

8927

Lockhart

William A Lopez Sr

District 16

101.51%

Isreal Cortez, Jr.

6970

Poteet

John E Shipley

17

4006

Navasota

Carl D Dry

District 10

100.79%

Joe Vargas

3

6796

Dallas

Gerard Greene

2195

Allen

Curtis J Mitchell Jr

28

8587

Georgetown

Ray A Sanchez

17

12024

The Woodlands

David W Clements

District 8

100.57%

James Master

20

2059

Kirby

Robert Martinez Jr

19

8924

Palestine

John T Campbell

District 9

100.47%

Ben Lowrance

1

4011

Greenville

Venus L Emerson

13

3966

Devine

Jesse Rodriguez

30

7103

Athens

William E Malone

29

8553

Clifton

Ricky V Richards

District 25

100.41%

Charlie Kobes

1

1

5074

Roanoke

Robert Rouse

17

4692

Bryan

Doris J. Carter

13

688

Boerne

Andrew Camplen

4

12075

Humble

Cecil F Mc Connell Jr

21

9299

Alvarado

William O Kinson

6

8967

Port Aransas

Michael A Garrett

1

2559

West Tawakoni

Barry R Cox

5

9213

McQueeney

Peter M Temperilli

29

4694

Mexia

Lamar D Evans

20

9186

San Antonio

Nathan L Zuniga

13

8569

Comfort

Kenneth M Rusch

28

4443

Austin

Gary L Adam

5

7110

New Braunfels

Martin Monceballez

10

9173

Smeltertown

Jesus R Tovar

21

2137

Azle

Joseph E Holder Jr

8786

Freer

Amando Garcia

14

8539

Lampasas

Daniel A Swanson

14

10377

Lake Belton

Charles E Hill Sr

17 3

542

Jewett

Ralph R Wallace

17

4458

Caldwell

Ronnie C Garbs

9

1475

Amarillo

Ben Lowrance

28

2527

Bastrop

Frank Andrada

10

8919

El Paso

Randy L Stephens

12161

Buda

David L Condel

17

7104

Brenham

Ben D Seeker

21

8235

Fort Worth

Charles A Beltram

28

6525

Rockdale

Larry J Rubino

12

8560

Sulphur Springs Arturo M Romanat

29

8564

Waco

Arthur T Martinez

29

5872

Fairfield

Roger S Brooke

19

5620

Carthage

James E Mc Daniel

24

6382

Hallettsville

Larry Koehn

2466

Lubbock

Benino Guerrero Jr

17

4007

Hempstead

Scott A Duncan

5

12058

Kyle

Bobby J Diaz

29

6008

Hewitt

Roy R Jones

1

2205

Denton

Jason L Martin

6

8621

Alice

Hector L Villarreal

1

7873

Pottsboro

Samuel J Kurtin

17

6522

Bellville

Dewitt C Nehrkorn

14

9192

Killeen

David F Reese

17

1907

Normangee

Robert D Dawson

17

9182

Katy

Donald H Byrne Sr

9

3

3359

Dallas

Melanie K Brandow

29

4819

West

Ronald D Winfrey

8913

Lancaster

Mark E Schmidt

21

10454

Grapevine

Roy D James

19

3984

Jacksonville

Alvin E Steifer

20

9174

San Antonio

Armando P Gonzales

3

6

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Find out how to qualify for All-State

CONVENTION Exhibitors

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District and All-State Post levels at: www.texasvfw.org/sop-training-materials

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Aaa Abestos Health Line Company Advocate Health AGI Financial Al Lipphardt Campaign Anyplace Md Caremore District 17 — Post 4709 Eagle Raffle Goodwill — Veteran Services Heroes Housing Humana Lone Survivor Foundation Memorial Masters Military Order of the Cooties Navy Federal Credit Union Neurolumen NRA Purifan Quilts of Valor Realty Marketing Services Texas Veterans Commission Texas Veterans Land Board Texas VFW Foundation Texas VFW Motorcycle Group Texas VFW Service Officers US Veterans Service Dogs USAA VA National Cemetery-Houston Vets4childrescue VFW Auxiliary Ways & Means VFW National Home Vsweeps War Dogs Amory

Texas VFW Auxiliary President

Esperanza “Eppie” Lackey Hello and welcome to the Department of Texas VFW/Auxiliary Convention here in Houston. It has been an honor to serve the Veterans of Foreign Wars and its Auxiliary. It’s truly been a great experience seeing old friends and meeting new ones as I have traveled across our wonderful state. I have learned so many unique things from all the districts. It has been a year I will always cherish.

Thank you to the many people who have worked hard to ensure we have an outstanding state convention. I know that many hours of time and preparation go into these large events and I thank you on behalf of the Auxiliary.

Thank you to the VFW office staff for all of your support and courtesy. Thank you for working so well with the Auxiliary staff. We appreciate your continued efforts.

To State Commander Inga and your line officers, it has been my honor to serve with you. Thank you for all of your support.

I sincerely wish the VFW a very successful, productive convention and good luck and best wishes to the incoming VFW officers for 2019-20. May you have a successful year ahead.

National Council Member Area H

Debbie Daniel

Debbie Daniel of Brownwood, Texas, represents Texas on the National Council of Administration, which governs the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) of the United States Auxiliary between National Conventions.

Installed at the 105th National Convention in Kansas City, Missouri, she is serving a two-year term as one of 28 representatives who make up the Council along with the top seven National Officers, the National Chief of Staff and the four Junior Past National Presidents.

A Life Member of Heart of Texas Auxiliary 3278, she joined on the eligibility of her husband, Joe, who served in the U.S. Army as a master parachutist in the 101st airborne. She has held numerous other positions for the organization, including Auxiliary, District and Department (state) President. She is currently serving as the Department of Texas Program Coordinator and as her Auxiliary’s Secretary.

In her spare time, Debbie enjoys crafting, playing with her grandkids and watching TV. She collects snowmen and sunflower items and is an active member at her local Senior Citizens Center and her local church.

I hope you enjoy your stay in Houston and each and every VFW Post and Auxiliary will win all the awards you have worked so hard for. May you have safe travels home.

Eppie Lackey

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AUXILIARY

STATE OFFICERS State President | Eppie Lackey Senior Vice President | Donna James Junior Vice President | Ramona Henson Treasurer | Jo Ella Menn Secretary | Jayne McCormick Chaplain | Karen Kaylor Conductress | Jeanenne Lumpkin Guard | Susie Carter Chief of Staff | Andrea King

DISTRICT PRESIDENTS DISTRICT 1 — Linda Harding

DISTRICT 21 — Cynthia Graham

DISTRICT 2 — Gail Duhon

DISTRICT 24 — Pat Kessler

DISTRICT 3 — Norita Jackson

DISTRICT 25 — Chiquita Parker

DISTRICT 4 — Glenda Hunt

DISTRICT 28 — Nicole De La Rosa Moore

DISTRICT 5 — Nelda Hackett

DISTRICT 29 — President Johnnie Lopez

DISTRICT 6 — Glenda Tyra

DISTRICT 30 — President Patricia Sutton

DISTRICT 8 — Sherry Craft DISTRICT 9 — Karen Jeffrey DISTRICT 10 — Rosie Raulston DISTRICT 12 — Sally Harred DISTRICT 13 — Donna Keown DISTRICT 14 — Delores Miller DISTRICT 15 — Annie Nickerson DISTRICT 16 — Reba Carlson DISTRICT 17 — Kristin Parkinson DISTRICT 18 — Irma Solis DISTRICT 19 — Karlene Chambers DISTRICT 20 — Yolanda Chambers

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AUXILIARY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12 Noon - 4:00 pm Noon - 4:00 pm Noon - 4:00 pm 3:00 - 5:00 pm 6:00 pm

Vendor Booths & Poppies VFW Auxiliary Registration/Credentials VFW Auxiliary Ways and Means President Reception Dinner with National Representative (Hotel) (Dutch Treat)

Woodway Galleria Foyer Woodway Invitation Only

THURSDAY, JUNE 13 8:00 am - 4:00 pm 8:00 am - 4:00 pm 8:00 - 9:30 am 10:30 - 11:30 am 11:30 am - 1:00 pm 1:00 - 4:00 pm 4:15 - 5:00 pm

VFW Auxiliary Registration Credentials Galleria Foyer VFW Auxiliary Ways and Means Woodway VFW Auxiliary Council of Administration Meeting Plaza Ballroom Joint Memorial Service Galleria Ballroom Past Department President Luncheon Location to be announced Joint Opening Session Galleria Ballroom Floor Practice Plaza Ballroom

FRIDAY, JUNE 14 8:00 am - 4:00 pm 8:00 am - 4:00 pm 8:00 am - Noon Noon - 1:00 pm 1:00 - 4:00 pm

5:30 - 6:30 pm 6:30 - 9:00 pm

VFW Auxiliary Registration Credentials VFW Auxiliary Ways and Means VFW Auxiliary Council of Administration Meeting Lunch Break VFW Auxiliary Business Meeting & Nominations Presentation of Programs and any National Citations Reception with Cash Bar VFW Awards Banquet

Galleria Foyer Woodway Plaza Ballroom Plaza Ballroom Galleria Foyer Galleria Ballroom

SATURDAY, JUNE 15 7:00 - 8:00 am 8:00 - 10:00 am 8:30 - 11:00 am

VFW Auxiliary Incoming Council Picture Shoot VFW Auxiliary Registration/Credentials Galleria Foyer VFW Auxiliary Business Meeting Plaza Ballroom

Continuation of Programs Historian

Presentation of Pages

Memorial Service

Presentation of Debbie Daniels National Council Member Area H

Final Nominations & Elections of 2019-2020 Officers

30 minute break for Line Up

Installation of Officers 6:00 - 7:00 pm Joint Reception to Follow Woodway

SUNDAY, JUNE 16 Safe Travel Home 99th ANNUAL TEXAS VFW STATE CONVENTION

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United States Veterans Service Dogs (USVSD)

trains and places dogs with veterans to help mitigate the effects of PTSD, mobility, and hearing complications from serving our country.

www.usvsd.com Thomas Richard “Doc” Howard passed away at the age of 79 on May 12, 2019, at the North Texas VA Medical Center.

After having served in the US Navy from 1957 to 1977, Doc retired as Senior Chief Hospital Corpsman (FMF). His overseas service included service in Vietnam 1965 and 19681969. His awards include Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal and Combat Action Ribbon as well as the Purple Heart.

He joined VFW Post 3359 in Garland, Texas and became a life member. He worked tirelessly in support of a number of veterans’ causes, his passion being health care and mental health services.

At the time of his death he was serving as the Texas VFW State Surgeon, a post he proudly held for many terms. In May 2018, Doc testified before the Texas State Senate Committee on Veterans Affairs and Border Security regarding the status of needs of the VA Health Care System. He served on countless committees throughout the years and was revered as a mentor to many. He will be missed.

Rest in peace, Comrade.

LONE SURVIVOR FOUNDATION

provides therapeutic retreats for service members and their families affected by Post-Traumatic Stress, mild Traumatic Brain Injury, Chronic Pain, and Military Sexual Trauma. lonesurvivorfoundation.org

SPRING BRANCH VFW POST 8790

1560 Foley Street | Houston, Texas Canteen 713-465-1342 | Office 713-465-1950 VFW/AUX Meeting — 2nd Tuesday 7:00 p.m.

~~~BINGO~~~

Monday-Saturday

Sunday

1st session-12:00 Noon 2nd session-1:30 p.m.

1st session-7:00 p.m.

2nd session-8:30 p.m.

~~~CANTEEN~~~

Tuesday-Saturday 2:00 p.m. to 10 p.m.

~~~STEAK NIGHT~~~

1st Friday of Each Month-6:00 pm $14.00 Steak, Salad, Baked Potato & Dessert

~~~HAMBURGER/HOT DOG NIGHT~~~ 3rd Friday of Each Month — 6:00 p.m. $6.00 Hamburger/Hot Dogs, Trimmings & Dessert

HALL RENTALS

“A” Room or “B” Room Call 713-465-1950 or 713-465-1342

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A FINAL SALUTE TO THOSE WHO SERVED OUR NATION Memorial Masters respectfully captures, beautifully communicates and digitally preserves military burials through our Final Salute documentary services for veterans of all military branches.

Memorial Masters LIFE STORIES • CELEBRATIONS OF LIFE • VIDEO OBITUARIES

(800) 474-5056

memorial-masters.com

facebook.com/Memorial-Masters

MILITARY

United States Marine Corps – Vietnam 3rd MAF Combined Action Group Awards – Bronze Star w/”V” for Valor, Combat Action Ribbon; Navy Unit Citation, National Defense, Vietnam Service Medal with 3 Campaign Bronze Stars, Vietnam Campaign Medal, RVN Gallantry Cross Unit Citation Medal w/Palm

POST 4816 PORTER TEXAS

Post Jr. Vice Commander, All-State Commander (2), Post Chaplain, Trustee, Chief of Staff

DISTRICT 17

Jr Vice Commander, Sr Vice Commander, District Commander, Trustee, Chief of Staff, Chaplain

DEPARTMENT MISSION As Veterans of Foreign Wars we should always support our troops, continue to fight for the benefits we earned, help our needy veterans and families, project a positive image in our communities with our programs and our community service. Together we can Build, Bridge and Belong in our VFW. Join the

“Build – Bridge – Belong” TEAM

Support Norman Macey for State Jr Vice Commander Gold Legacy Life Member

njmaceyiii@aol.com

State Inspector, Membership Chairman, Chaplain Awards – John Spahr Awarded Outstanding Immediate Past District Commander 2012-2013

NATIONAL

Aide-De-Camp, Assistant Inspector General, Deputy Chief of Staff, “Special” Aide-De-Camp

COMMITTEES

Chaired or served on Post, District, State and National Committees

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Awards & Honors PUBLICATIONS & SCRAPBOOKS

OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY SERVICE POSTS

Post 9182 | Katy, Texas

DECEMBER/JANUARY

Official Magazine of the

Texas Veterans of Foreign

2019

GRAND AWARD

Wars

GRAND AWARD MAGAZINE CATEGORY

2018 NATIONAL PUBLICATIONS CONTEST

PEARL HARBOR DAY MID-WINTER CONFERENCE VOICE OF DEMOCRACY WINNERS PATRIOT’S PEN WINNER

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Magazine Category Department-level Publications

Media Kit available at www.texasvfw.org >> news Print advertising purchase includes web presence and facebook ad rotations • Published 4 times per year: January, April, July, October • Printed copies mailed 4 times per year Electronic versions and back issues available at issuu.com/texasvfw.

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TEACHER OF THE YEAR AWARDS SIGNING OF THE VIETNAM PEACE ACCORD COMMUNITY SERVI

2018 National Publications Contest

Dan West . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Editor Andrew Camplen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assistant Editor Terri Sheets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Graphic Designer Department Headquarters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (512) 834-8535

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Since 1947, the Voice of Democracy has been the Veterans of Foreign Wars’ premier scholarship program. Each year, more than 100,000 high school students compete for more than $2.5 million in scholarships and incentives.

Students compete by writing and recording a broadcast script on an annual patriotic theme.

2018-2019 theme was “Why My Vote Matters.” ​ Prizes and scholarships are awarded at the local, district, state and national level. Department (State) winners receive an all-expense paid trip to Washington, D.C. in March to tour the city, meet our nation’s leaders, be honored by the VFW and its Auxiliary and to compete in national awards with the top scholarship being $30,000.

Voice of Democracy

Patriot’s Pen

Scout of the Year

SPONSORED BY POST 4692, DISTRICT 17

SPONSORED BY POST 688, DISTRICT 13

SCOUT TROOP 668, GAINESVILLE, TX SPONSORED BY POST 1922, DISTRICT 1

Aabid A. Razvi

Luke C. Fox

Merlin Giles

Visit www.texasvfw.org/youth-scholarships for complete details on how to enter. Deadline Oct. 31, 2019.

TEACHER OF THE YEAR

K-5th Grade

Stephany McDougal

SPONSORED BY POST 2466, DISTRICT 9

6-8th Grade

Sarah Elizabeth Martin SPONSORED BY POST 2466, DISTRICT 9

9-12th Grade

Elizabeth Jean Wolff SPONSORED BY POST 688, DISTRICT 13

Visit www.texasvfw.org/teacher-recognition for information on how to nominate teachers.

Deadline Oct. 31, 2019.

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INSURANCE PROGRAMS AUTO INSURANCE 1-800-274-8839

MEDICARE ADVANTAGE PLANS 1-855-637-8476

TERM LIFE INSURANCE 1-877-901-6680

CANCER INSURANCE 1-800-749-6983

MEDICARE PART D 1-800-247-1771

TRICARE/CHAMPVA SUPPLEMENT 1-800-638-2610, OPTION 4

DENTAL INSURANCE 1-888-627-5897

MEDICARE SUPPLEMENT PLANS 1-800-247-1771

VETERINARY PET INSURANCE 1-877-738-7874

NO-COST PERSONAL ACCIDENT INSURANCE 1-800-626-0027

VFW POST (PROPERTY & CASUALTY) INSURANCE 1-800-829-8390

POST ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT (AD&D) 1-800-829-8390

VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT (AD&D) 1-800-749-6983

HOMEOWNERS INSURANCE 1-800-274-8839 JUVENILE LIFE SECURESTART 1-800-749-6983 LIFE INSURANCE 1-800-749-6983

SENIOR HOSPITAL INDEMNITY PLANS 1-800-749-6983

MEMBER BENEFITS CAR RENTAL DISCOUNTS ALAMO, ENTERPRISE & NATIONAL CAR RENTAL COMPANIES 1-800-821-2606, OPTION 1 CELL PHONE DISCOUNTS SPRINT, T-MOBILE & ASSURANCE WIRELESS 1-800-821-2606, OPTION 1 CREDIT CARD & FINANCIAL SERVICES 1-800-274-8839 CREDIT CARD PROCESSING 1-877-343-2450 DELL COMPUTERS MEMBERS AND VFW POSTS 1-800-821-2606, OPTION 1

EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE PLUS TRAVEL PLAN 1-855-837-2634 EMERGENCY RESPONSE MONITORING SERVICE 1-866-328-2477 FUNERAL PROGRAMS BURIAL PROGRAM 1-800-300-0436 CREMATION PROGRAM 1-888-637-8863 HEALTH SCREENING 1-800-679-5195 HEARING AID PROGRAM 1-888-430-8492

LEGACY LIFE MEMBERSHIP 1-816-756-3390, EXT. 208 MOTEL 6 DISCOUNT 1-800-821-2606, OPTION 1 OFFICE DEPOT DISCOUNT 1-913-201-4823 PRESCRIPTION DISCOUNT CARD 1-855-872-2416 SAT/ACT COLLEGE TESTING PREP 1-951-256-4076 VET JOBS 1-877-838-5627

IDENTITY THEFT PROTECTION 1-800-543-3561

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QUARTERMASTER FINANCIAL REPORT

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Texas Veterans of Foreign Wars & The Texas VFW Foundation Veterans Career Fair

TEXAS VFW Date: Time:

Thursday, June 14th, 2018 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Career Fair

Location:

Sheraton Dallas Hotel, 400 North Olive Street, Dallas, TX 75201

FOUNDATION

Texas VeteransFree of for Foreign & The Texas VFW Foundation Admission: Veterans,Wars Transitioning Service Members, Active Duty, National Guard, Reservists and their Spouses.

VETERANS CAREER FAIR

Parking:

A limited number of free parking spots at the hotel’s Olive Street garage available on a first-come basis. Other parking options: Metered street parking and public lots within one block for $5 - $9.

Use of other onsite parking is approximately $23.

Wednesday, June 12 | Opening at Noon Thursday, June 13th | 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

JOBSEEKERS & Employers: please register at the following URL: (Located in the vendor area) https://www.eventbrite.com/e/texas-vfw-foundation-career-fair-tickets-45760840907?aff=ebdssbdestsearch The Department of Texas Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Texas VFW Foundation, Workforce Solutions Employers: Please contact TVLP Rep Perry Huff at 214-354-8644 or perry.huff@twc.state.tx.us Gulf Coast, Texas Veterans Commission and the Texas Veteran Leadership Program with the Texas or TVC Rep Margaret Young at 972-573-3531 or margaret.young@tvc.texas.gov Workforce Commission cordially invite all Active Duty, Reserve, National Guard Service Members,

Veterans and their Spouses to the Texas VFW Foundation Career Fair.

Location:

Houston Westin Galleria | 5060 W Alabama St. | Houston, Texas 77056

Admission: FREE for Veterans, transitioning Service Members, Active Duty, National Guard, Reservists and their spouses.

Parking:

Parking is free in many of the parking lots at the Galleria Mall. Valet parking is $42 per day.

Job Seekers

Register at the following URL: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/texas-vfw-foundation-career-fair-tickets-61156635142

Employers

Register at the following URL: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=8sfpwmkab&oeidk=a07egb8iqhe1fb596fa For more information contact: TVC’s Reginald Parker at (737) 802-4923, reginald.parker@tvc.texas.gov or Gulf Coast’s Benito Guzman at (737) 595-2435, Benito.Guzman@wrksolutions.com 20

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TEXAS VFW FOUNDATION

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Statement of Financial Position April 30, 2019

Statement of Activities and Changes in Net Assets Fiscal Year to Date (July 1, 2018 to April 30, 2019)

NET ASSETS Cash and Cash Equivalents

$697,663

Prepaid Expenses

1,583

Grants Receivable

212,614

Fixed Assets (Net)

2,055

Investments

1,469,128

TOTAL ASSETS

$2,383,043

LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS Payroll and Accrued Liabilities TOTAL LIABILITIES

$3,931 3,931

NET ASSETS

2,379,111

TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS

$2,383,042

SUPPORT, REVENUE, AND REALIZED GAINS Direct Public Support Affiliated Organziations Contributions Interests, Dividends, and Net Realized Gains TOTAL SUPPORT AND REVENUE

462,595 306,712 9,673 $778,980

EXPENSES Program Services: Awards and Grants VFW Programs and Grants Program Management and Administration Supporting Services: Management and General TOTAL EXPENSES CHANGE IN NET ASSETS BEFORE UNREALIZED NET INVESTMENT GAINS UNREALIZED NET INVESTMENT GAINS CHANGE IN NET ASSETS NET ASSETS Beginning of Period NET ASSETS End of Period

301,141 87,000 189,666 25,353 $603,160

175,820 74,706 250,526 2,132,517 $2,383,043

The Texas VFW Foundation, a 501 (c)(3) Public Charity. The Veterans’ Assistance Program is available to any Texas veteran with an honorable discharge, widow or immediate family member thereof, regardless of where or what time they served. Your charitable contribution could be tax deductible. Talk to your tax professional about how contributions to the Texas VFW Foundation could help.

PLEASE MAIL DONATIONS TO TEXAS VFW FOUNDATION, P.O. BOX 14468, AUSTIN, TX 78761.

DONATE LINK IS LOCATED AT WWW.TEXASVFW.ORG/FOUNDATION 99th ANNUAL TEXAS VFW STATE CONVENTION

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As a Legacy Life member, future generations will know you not only for the sacrifices you made as a veteran but for the contributions you made as a member.

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS

You must be a current Life Member of the VFW, or if purchasing a Memorial Legacy, the veteran in whose name it is purchased must be a deceased Life Member of the VFW. Instructions: 1. Complete the acceptance form located on the next page.

2. Check the level: Bronze, Silver or Gold. You may upgrade your Legacy level at any time by paying the difference to your desired level.

3. If purchasing a Memorial Legacy, ensure that the name and Life Member number are those of the veteran in whose name the Memorial Legacy is being purchased.

4. Payment options: check, money order or credit card — payment in full.

5. I nstallment option: purchase an Installment Legacy Life Membership by making four equal payments. The first payment must accompany this form and be equal to 1/4 of the level being purchased (Bronze $100, Silver $200 and Gold $300). The remaining balance will be billed by National Headquarters quarterly.

6. Choose the endowment: a. O ne-time Endowment payment: upon your death, the principal amount of your Legacy will be paid in equal amounts to your Post, Department and the National organization, as applicable. b. Annual Endowment: the Legacy level payment will continue annually after your death. Memorial Legacies must be purchased as an Annual Endowment.

7. M ail the acceptance form, along with a check, money order or credit card information to the Veterans of Foreign Wars National Headquarters at the address located at the bottom of the next page.

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LEGACY LIFE MEMBERSHIP enables VFW Life Members to leave a lasting impression on our great organization.

When you become a Legacy Life member, you are helping us strengthen the VFW – where NO ONE DOES MORE FOR VETERANS. Legacy Life membership seems like the next step in doing my duty.

Legacy Life membership seems like the next step in doing my duty.

Three prestigious levels of Legacy Life membership are available: Gold, Silver, and Bronze. Each level offers generous benefits reserved exclusively for Legacy Life members.

The legacy I leave matters to me and my family, and now to future veterans.

I want to honor the service of a veteran by continuing their legacy.

Once your Legacy Life membership begins, an annual endowment in your name will be made to your Post, Department and the organization. You will feel confident knowing your contributions to our organization are not only helping today’s veterans but the veterans of tomorrow.

The legacy I leave matters to me and my family, and now to future veterans.

You may also purchase a Memorial Legacy in the name of a deceased VFW Life Member to help future generations know and remember their sacrifice and contributions.

I want to honor the service of a veteran by continuing their legacy.

Simply fill out the attached acceptance form and return it to the address provided. For any questions regarding Legacy Life membership, please contact the VFW Membership Department at 816-756-3390. We will gladly provide you with more information on this prestigious and rewarding membership.

LEGACY LIFE MEMBERSHIP ACCEPTANCE FORM

Life Member No.

Social Security No.

MEMBER NAME

EMAIL

ADDRESS

PHONE

PLEASE SELECT ONE: Yes, I wish to become a Legacy Life Member of the VFW!

CELL Check

Visa

Master Card

Discover

Amex

Installment Plan

BRONZE ($400)

SILVER ($800)

Exp. Date

GOLD ($1200)

Signature

Upon My Demise: (MM/YY)

(See Terms and Conditions - Item No. 6)

Make a One-Time Endowment

I am purchasing a Memorial Legacy in the name of a deceased VFW Life Member.

MY NAME

Continue the Annual Endowment Date

Mail completed form with payment to: eterans of Foreign Wars National Headquarters — Membership | 406 W. 34th Street | Kansas City, MO 64111-2778 24

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THE DEPARTMENT OF TEXAS VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS

MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION Please fill out the VFW Membership Application below and mail in, or sign up online at www.texasvfw.org > Home > Membership and follow link.

Name:___________________________________________________________________________Email:_________________________________________________________________________ First

Middle

Last

Suffix (Jr., Sr., etc)

Address:________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ City:____________________________________________________________________________________State:_____________________________Zip:_________________________________ Phone:_____________________________________________________________________Date of Birth: (MM/DD/YY)_________________________________________________________ Military Service: p Air Force p Army p Coast Guard p Marines p Navy Current Status: p Active Duty p Veteran p National Guard/Reserve I served in:

p Pre-World War II p World War II p WWII Occupation p 1945-55 (Europe, Korea, Japan) p 1945-90 (Berlin)

p Korean War 1950-54 p Desert Storm/Shield p Korea 1955 p Bosnia/Kosovo 1995 p Vietnam 1958-75 p Global War on Terrorism — p Expeditionary Operations Expeditionary 2001 1958-2003 (Thailand, Grenada, Libya,

p Afghanistan 2001 p Iraq 2003

Panama, Haiti, Somalia, etc.)

Qualified recipient of: p Imminent Danger/Hostile Fire Pay p SSBN Nuclear Deterrent Patrol* *Period Covered:______________________________________________________(Required for applicants with no other reported qualifying service.)

I would like to join the Texas Veterans of Foreign Wars as a(n): p Annual Member p Life Member p Life 12 Mo. Install* ($45 Initial payment)

LIFE MEMBERSHIP FEE SCHEDULE AGE as of December 31st

One-Time Payment

Initial Payment

11 Payments of

Through Age 30

$425.00

$45.00

$38.64

31-40

$410.00

$45.00

$37.27

41-50

$375.00

$45.00

$34.09

51-60

$335.00

$45.00

$30.45

61-70

$290.00

$45.00

$26.36

71-80

$225.00

$45.00

$20.45

81 and over

$170.00

$45.00

$15.45

Automatic Payment Plan Terms and Conditions: You authorize the VFW to initiate electronic debit entries or affect a charge by any other commercially accepted practice to your account set forth above for the payment of dues reflected on this application. You understand such charges may be made within 2-3 business days of payment due date. For installment payments, charges will be made on or around the 1st or 15th day of the month. This authorization will remain in full force until VFW has received notification from you of its termination or upon completion of the installment payments. Annual dues are subject to change. By completing this authorization, you acknowledge that you will only receive notice when the payment would differ by more than $10.00 from the most recent payment. Call VFW Customer Service at 1-800-963-3180 or write to VFW at: VFW, P.O. Box 119028, Kansas City, MO 64171 to inquire about or cancel a payment, or to report problems such as bank closures, lost or stolen account numbers, closed accounts, or unauthorized transactions. Cancellation requests must be received no later than 11:59 p.m. Central Time ten business days prior to the scheduled payment date. If you are unaware of the charge date for your account, please contact VFW. If a payment is returned by your financial institution (e.g., due to insufficient funds, incorrect account information, closed account, etc.) The VFW will contact you at the address we have on file for you, explaining why the payment could not be processed, and providing alternative payment options. The privilege of making payments under this agreement may be revoked by VFW if any item is not paid upon presentation. You may have additional rights and responsibilities under the Electronic Funds Transfer Act. Life Membership Installment Plan Terms and Conditions: The VFW Membership Installment Plan allows any VFW member/applicant to purchase a Life Membership by making an initial payment of $45.00 and (11) monthly payments. The member will be issued an Annual membership card at the time of enrollment. The member may elect to receive a monthly statement by mail or may set up a payment profile to make the monthly payment automatically using a credit/debit card or bank account. A payoff amount will be printed on each monthly invoice, allowing the member the option to pay in full. A permanent Life Membership card will be issued upon the completion of payments. The Life Membership fee is determined from the schedule using the applicant’s age on December 31 of the year in which the application is submitted. Delinquencies will be handled as follows: Up to 30 days – continue to bill; 31 to 120 days – delinquency can be corrected through make up payment(s) or plan end date pushed forward; More than 120 days – member is dropped from the Installment Plan, all monthly payments made to date, are applied to future years annual dues.

I attest by forwarding this application that I am a citizen of the United States, that I qualify for the VFW and that my Campaign Service was honorable, and that I have never been discharged under other than honorable conditions or I am still serving honorably in the armed forces of the United States of America. I further give authority to the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States to verify my entitlement to membership in the VFW and that if no proof can be found or provided that I am subject to discharge from the VFW without refund.

Signature:_______________________________________________________________________________________________ Date:________________________________________ Amount $:______________________________________ Include membership payment by check or money order (DO NOT SEND CASH) or pay by credit card.

p Mastercard

p Visa

p Discover

p American Express

Credit Card Number: _________________________________________________________________

Exp. Date: _____ _____ / _____ _____

Mail to: Texas VFW • P.O. Box 14468 • Austin, Texas 78761 | For questions call: (512) 834-8535

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AUSTIN, TEXAS

2019

A G E N D A — July 11-13, 2019 Thursday, July 11 8:00–11:45 am 8:00 am–5:00 pm 1:00–3:00 pm 1:00–5:00 pm 5:30–10:00 pm

C of A Training (Closed Meeting) Registration & Vendor Booths Open Council of Administration Meeting Post Service Officer Responsibilities Hospitality Open

Friday, July 12 6:30 am 7:00 am-4:00 pm 8:00–8:15 am 8:15–10:00 am 10:00–10:15 am 10:15 am–Noon Noon–1:00 pm 1:00–2:00 pm 2:00–2:15 pm 2:15–3:30 pm 3:30–3:45 pm 3:45–5:00 pm 5:00–10:00 pm

Coffee and Rolls Registration Open Welcome Officers Responsibilities Break National By-Laws Lunch at Hotel for All Registered Post By-Laws Break Post Adjutant/Minutes/Disciplinary Actions Break Post Meetings Hospitality Open

Saturday, July 13 6:30 am 7:00 am–Noon 8:00–10:00 am 10:00–10:15 am 10:15 am–Noon Noon–1:00 pm 1:00–2:30 pm 2:30–2:45 pm 2:45–4:15 pm 4:15–4:30 pm 4:30 pm–Close 5:00–10:00 pm

Coffee and Rolls Registration Open Recruiting Break Post/District SOP/Reporting/OMS Lunch at Hotel for All Registered Post Quartermaster & Trustees Break Post Quartermaster & Trustees Break Q & A with Department Officers Hospitality Open

Austin Room Reception Area Phoenix Ballroom Phoenix Central and North 6th Floor Reception Area Reception Area Phoenix Central and North Phoenix Central and North Phoenix Central and North Various Rooms Phoenix Central and North Phoenix Central and North Phoenix Central and North 6th Floor Reception Area Reception Area Phoenix Central and North Phoenix Central and North Various Locations Phoenix Central and North Foyer Area Phoenix Central and North Foyer Area Phoenix Central and North 6th Floor

29th STATE OFFICER TRAINING SEMINAR REGISTRATION FORM LIMITED TO FIRST 300 PAID ONLY • CUT OFF DATE IS JUNE 24, 2019 • NO REFUNDS AFTER JULY 1, 2019 $100.00 per person (Registration at door is $150.00 if space available.)

Registration includes program workbook, morning coffee and lunch for Friday and Saturday classes.

NAME: ADDRESS: STATE:

Pre-register and save!

PHONE #: CITY: ZIP:

POST/AUX:

DIST. #:

EMAIL: TYPE OF CARD SIGNATURE

Submit completed form with payment in one of the following ways: Mail: Texas VFW, P.O. Box 14468, Austin, Texas 78761 Fax: 512-834-9232 Email: wayne@texasvfw.org

CARD #

SECURITY CODE Last 3 #’s on back of card. For AMEX, the 4 #’s on the front.

EXP. DATE

A $3 Credit Card Processing Fee will be added if paying by Credit Card.

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