The WVARNG is eligible for Department of the Army awards. The provisions of AR 672-74 are applicable. For award purpose, the ARNG is equated with a major Army command, and the WVARNG is equated with an Army division. The Adjutant General may nominate the WVARNG for the Department of the Army awards. Nominations will be submitted to the ARNG Safety Office for review and forwarding.
W. Va. Code R. § 141-34-7-2