Department of Military Affairs (123)
Mission
The Department of Military Affairs (DMA) will plan, coordinate, maintain situational awareness, and employ forces for homeland security and homeland defense in order to respond to any incidents within the Commonwealth and, on order of the Governor, will assist civil authorities in protecting life and property, preserving peace, maintaining order and public safety, and relieving suffering.
Strategic Plan
Last modified: 10/1/2009
Last modified: 10/1/2009
Budget Summary
| Dollars | Positions | |||
| Biennium | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| 2008-2010 | $41,748,265 | $40,844,111 | 352 | 352 |
| 2006-2008 | $38,465,899 | $40,629,992 | 362 | 366 |
| 2004-2006 | $30,815,849 | $37,011,612 | 280 | 352 |
There are 0 capital projects for this agency in Chapter 781, 2009 Acts of the Assembly.
Source: DPB's VABUD database - More Budget Info
Performance Measures
| Measure | |
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Percentage of Virginia National Guard members |
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Timeliness of response to disaster assistance requests |


