The most recent appropriations for the Department of War expired at 11:59 p.m. EST on September 30, 2025. Military personnel will continue in a normal duty status without pay until such a time as a continuing resolution or appropriations are passed by Congress and signed into law. Civilian personnel not engaged in excepted activities will be placed in a non-work, non-pay status. Resources for furloughed employees can be found by visiting https://dma.wi.gov/government-shutdown-furlough-guidance-faqs-benefits-information-resources/ 



State Mission

Wisconsin Air National Guard units, under the order of Gov. Tony Evers, provide protection of life and property, and preserve peace, order and public safety. State missions include disaster relief in times of earthquakes, hurricanes, floods and forest fires, search and rescue, protection of vital public services, and defense support to civil authorities.


Federal Mission

Ensuring the security of America's skies is a mission the Air National Guard shares equally with the active Air Force. As part of the total force, the Wisconsin Air National Guard provides operationally ready combat units and personnel to fulfill war and contingency commitments when called to federal active duty by the President or Congress. 



In alignment with Department of Defense (DoD) Instruction 5400.17 and recent Executive Orders issued by the President, the 128th Air Refueling Wing is reviewing and adjusting its web content to ensure compliance with DoD policies and priorities. As a result, certain content has been removed or are in the process of being removed or modified in accordance with federal guidance.

The 128th Air Refueling Wing is committed to transparency, professionalism, and adherence to DoD directives.