Richard Hayes (general)
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Richard J. Hayes Jr. is a retired U.S. Army National Guard officer, who served as the Adjutant General of Illinois. He was appointed by Governor of Illinois Bruce Rauner in 2015.
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Richard J. Hayes Jr. | |
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Allegiance | United States |
Years of service | 1987–2019 |
Rank | Major General |
Unit | Army National Guard |
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Awards | Legion of Merit (2) Meritorious Service Medal (3) Army Commendation Medal (7) |
Spouse(s) | Danette |
Other work | Vice President and General Manager, Middough, Inc. |
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As Adjutant General, Hayes served as the highest-ranking member of the Illinois National Guard. He serves as the Director of the Illinois Department of Military Affairs in the Governor's Cabinet and is the principal advisor on military matters for the Governor, who is the Commander-in-Chief of the Guard.