Cal. MVC § 288
This is the official text of Cal. MVC § 288, part of California’s Military and Veterans Code — covers the California National Guard and benefits for military veterans.
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Official statutory text
In order to select a commanding officer for the Naval Militia, The Adjutant General shall nominate not to exceed three officers, not below the grade of lieutenant commander, and shall cause such candidates to be examined. The candidate receiving the highest rating in such examination shall be recommended by The Adjutant General to the Governor for commission.
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