Sept. 15, 2020

Fiscal Year (FY) 2021 Special Duty and Assignment Pay Authorizations

ACN 106/20 announces results of the FY21 Special Duty Pay and Assignment Pay Panel (SDP/AP) that convened on 27 May 2020. The SDP and AP levels recommended for FY21 were carefully balanced against compelling needs, base resources and organizational priorities.

Sept. 15, 2020

Use of Expired Uniformed Services Identification (USID) Cards

​As described in attached DoD policy guidance issued on 8 Sep 2020, use of expired USID cards for uniformed retirees, dependents, and annuitants has been extended through JUNE 30, 2021. You are still encouraged to check with RAPIDS facilities in your area to see if they are issuing ID cards at: https://idco.dmdc.osd.mil/idco/

Sept. 15, 2020

Direct-Access and Reserve Pay (Flag Voice 528)

A significant change was made to the Coast Guard Human Capital Management System (Direct-Access) in order to address concerns with the delay in payment to the Reserve Workforce when transitioning to Active Duty orders This change also reduces the need for PPC interventions and increases the efficiency of Reserve Pay.

Sept. 11, 2020

Coast Guard approves new initiatives to retain, recruit key enlisted members

The fiscal year 2021 (FY21) Enlisted Workforce Planning Team just announced new policies designed to retain and recruit skilled members in the Coast Guard’s most mission-critical areas.

Sept. 9, 2020

Open Season is Coming: Take the Time to Prepare Now

The annual period when TRICARE beneficiaries can enroll in or change health plans for the next year, is right around the corner. Take the time now to learn about your eligibility, fees, as well as health, dental, and vision plan options. Here are a few frequently asked questions and answers about open season so you'll be ready.

Sept. 8, 2020

Servicing Personnel Office Consolidation Update: SFO Galveston SPO Closed

The SPO located at SFO Galveston (008282) has been disestablished in DA. All records previously serviced by the SPO at SFO Galveston have been moved to Base NOLA SPO (042311).

Sept. 3, 2020

PPC Customer/SPO Newsletter August 2020

Issue 08/20 (August) of the PPC Customer Newsletter is now available.

Sept. 2, 2020

Available Now: Direct-Access Net Pay Amount Report

The Net Pay Amount Report provides mid- and end-month payroll information. This report is generally directed to Cutters and overseas units with limited connectivity to see a quick snapshot of their members’ pay.

Sept. 2, 2020

Fiscal Year (FY) 2021 Enlisted Clothing Maintenance Allowance Rates Posted

The Fiscal Year (FY) 2021 Enlisted Clothing Maintenance Allowance Rates are now available. October 15th, 2020 pay deposits will reflect the new rates.

Aug. 28, 2020

Sea Duty for Advancement - Not the Same as Sea Time for Points

The sea/surf duty time for advancement and points are both calculated​ based on Direct-Access data entry (e.g., PCS report / depart dates, Surfman competencies, and Career Sea Pay start / stop dates). However, different rules apply as to when the "clock stops" with regard to periods of TDY away from the CSP eligible vessel.