Minnesota legislators attend a combined ceremony for incoming and outgoing Minnesota National Guard units at the Minneapolis Convention Center on Feb. 10. From right, Congressman Tom Emmer; Congressman Erik Paulsen; Congresswoman Betty McCollum; Senator Tina Smith; and Senator Amy Klobuchar. The ceremony was part of a Family Preparation Academy for incoming and outgoing Minnesota National Guard units, and included by various break-out sessions to provide skills and resources for families preparing for separation and reuniting with loved ones.

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