State and Territorial Laws Governing the National Guard: Interactive Map - New

Position Papers
Written By National Task Force on Election Crises

Brennan Center for Justice (2026)

This interactive map summarizes the constitutional provisions and statutes governing National Guard use across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories. It highlights key legal issues — including governors' activation authority, National Guard participation in law enforcement, and martial law provisions — across all 54 jurisdictions.

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National Task Force on Election Crises
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