In this Scuttlebutt Episode 6 clip on Pay & Benefits, we tackle the growing debate over whether State Defense Force troops should be compensated for their monthly weekend drills and annual training periods. We highlight a legislative shift occurring across the nation, following in the steps of states like New York and South Carolina, where SDF soldiers are now being paid for weekend drills and annual training. We also discuss how this new system contrasts with states like Georgia, where members face steep personal sacrifices—often having to take vacation days or absorb financial strain to serve their state during emergencies, since they do not receive pay for State Active Duty. The discussion underscores how pay policies directly impact both troop readiness and the long-standing spirit of volunteerism that has defined these forces.
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