Army National Guard
Statewide, Nebraska
How we verified this
As of August 2026 "30679 NENG 3 | Secure 3" and the three 72nd Civil Support Team talkgroups carry RadioReference's partial-encryption marker, while the Guard's calling, tactical and air talkgroups are listed in the clear.
Encryption Details
What This Means
A subset of this department's talkgroups are encrypted rather than the whole system. Everything outside that subset may still be audible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Army National Guard radio encrypted?
Yes — Army National Guard's radio system runs on P25 AES-256 encryption. A subset of this department's talkgroups are encrypted rather than the whole system. Everything outside that subset may still be audible.
Can I listen to Army National Guard on a police scanner?
Partially. Army National Guard encrypts specific talkgroups rather than the whole system, so some channels may still be accessible. Check RadioReference for specific talkgroup status.
Why did Army National Guard encrypt their radio?
Ask why, and the answer is usually officer safety, sometimes operational security. What is harder to obtain is any documented case in Statewide County where an open channel caused harm. The costs need no such documentation: reporting on military installation response slows down, and mutual-aid coordination gets more awkward, immediately.
Can Statewide County reverse the encryption decision?
Yes. Whoever made this call for Army National Guard can also unmake it; there's no technical lock-in. The approach that has worked elsewhere combines public-records requests, direct council pressure, and a coordinated local coalition.
What can I do about Army National Guard encryption?
Start local: show up when Statewide County officials discuss the budget for Army National Guard, and ask specifically why full encryption was chosen over a delayed feed or tactical-only approach. File a FOIA request for recordings or policy documents, and connect with others nearby who want the same information — a coordinated ask carries more weight than an individual one.