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Direct-Access Planned Maintenance Outage
Direct Access will not be available from Saturday, March 25, 2023, from 0600 (EST) until Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at 0600 (EST). This outage is necessary for an upgrade and modernization to Direct Access. For more information see ALCOAST 057/23.
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Dec. 13, 2022
E-Mail ALSPO B/22; PDR Scan Into IPERMS – Discontinue Mailing PDRs
E-Mail ALSPO message B/22 updates the procedures in Coast Guard Military Human Resource Record (CGMHRR) System, COMDTINST 1080.10(Series), for the disposition of physical PDRs in connection with PCS transfers and separations.Download E-Mail ALSPO B/22 - /Portals/10/CG-1/PPC/ALSPO/2022/B22iPERMS-DiscontinueMailingPDRS.pdf
2022 Master Chief Advancement Panel (MCAP) Cutoffs
ALCGENL 159/22 provides the revised advancement cutoffs for participants of the 2022 MCAP.
May 2022 Servicewide Exam Cutoffs
ALCGENL 226/22 provides the revised cutoffs for participants of the May 2022 SWE.
Dec. 6, 2022
Active Duty Supplemental Advancement Eligibility List Posted
The advancement eligibility list for active duty BM2 supplemental advancements has been updated
ALCOAST 478/22 - Update 1 - FY23 Special Duty Pay (SPP) And Assignment Pay (AP)
Provides numerous changes to FY23 SDP and AP originally authorized in ALCOAST 359/22. Effects SDP for AST Instructors, PSU Tactical Coxswains, Independent Duty Food Service Officers, Food Service Officers, and Precision Marksman-Aviation.
Dec. 5, 2022
Active Duty Supplemental Advancement Eligibility Announcement and Procedures
This message announces the establishment of supplemental advancement lists for the following rates: CS2, DC2, EM2, ET2, and IT2.
Dec. 1, 2022
Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) Contribution Limits for 2023 Announced
The Internal Revenue Code places specific limits on the amount that you can contribute to employer-sponsored plans like the TSP each year. The limits for 2023 have been announced. To learn more, visit “Contribution limits.”
Nov. 23, 2022
2023 Retiree and Annuitant Paydays
Retiree paydays are always on the first day of the month. If the first day of the month falls on a weekend, the pay date will move to the last business day of the payroll month.
2023 Adjustments to Retired/Retainer Pay, Survivor Annuities and Premiums
The following Cost-of-Living Adjustments (COLAs) are effective December 1, 2023, based on the increase in the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W) through the third quarter of the calendar year 2022. The term "retired pay" includes retainer pay and the term "members" includes former members.
Nov. 22, 2022
ETQC Training Advisory 002-23, Processing FY23 A/C School and Accession Course TDY Orders
As a reminder, FORCECOM continues to permit local units to manage the administration of FY23 "C" school, “A” school and Accession (e.g. DCO, OCS, DEPOT) course TDY orders to include initiation of the travel authorization, funds certification, and AO approval.  These instructions do not apply to PCS orders to the subject schools or orders issued at no cost, including no cost orders to Reservists.  Reservists in receipt of no cost school orders must contact their benefiting unit and/or District (dxr) to obtain funding and applicable orders (including POET information), to attend formal “A”, “C” and Accession school training.
Nov. 21, 2022
May 2022 SWE Early Advancement Authorization
ALCGENL 215/22 announces early advancement authorization off the May 2022 SWE Eligibility List for CS2, DC2, EM2, ET2, and IT2.
Nov. 18, 2022
Payroll Processing Schedule for CY-2023 (PDF)
E-Mail ALSPO message A/22 provides the Payroll Processing Schedule for Calendar Year (CY) 2023. The link will open a PDF document.
Nov. 17, 2022
Keeping Your DEERS Info Current
Is your information still current in the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS)? If you’re unsure, now is a good time to check. Whether you plan to enroll in a new health plan during TRICARE Open Season or stay in your same plan, showing up as TRICARE-eligible in DEERS is necessary.
Nov. 16, 2022
Authorization to Evacuate CG Civilian Personnel and Active Duty Dependents for Tropical Storm Nicole – Update 7 (Final)
This message provides the following updates - Evacuation Zone: Following post storm, and in consideration of local government evacuation plans, this messages terminates evacuation authorizations for evacuation zones listed below.
2022 IRS Forms W-2 and 1095-C Information
2022 IRS tax forms W-2 (Wage and Tax Statement) and 1095-C (Employer-Provided Health Insurance Offer and Coverage) will be mailed no later than 31 Jan 2023 to the member's mailing address listed in Direct Access. Members will also be able to download their tax forms from Direct Access. Those who have opted out of receiving paper copies will not receive a paper copy in the mail.
Update on FY23 Reserve Order [POET] Guidance
ALCGFINANCE 053/22 requires all short-term ADOS orders to contain the FY23 POET, cost estimate for pay and FICA, and obligation document number on the Funding tab within Direct Access.
Nov. 8, 2022
Personally Procured Move (PPM) Payment Delays
ALCGFINANCE message 051/22 provides notification of a temporary delay and expected payment timeline for the processing of PPM reimbursements.
Nov. 7, 2022
Preview 2023 TRICARE Health Plan Costs
Depending on your TRICARE plan, you may see changes to your costs, including enrollment fees, premiums, cost-shares, and copayments next year. Check out the 2023 costs for TRICARE health plans.
ALCOAST 445/22, Enlisted Rating Advancement Training System (ERATS) Fall 2022 Update
This ALCOAST announces updates to the advancement policy and procedures related to the Enlisted Ratings Advancement Training System (ERATS).
Nov. 2, 2022
Coast Guard Announces FY-23 Monetary Enlisted Interventions - Bonuses
Note: Paragraph 4.f (BM RAP) is revised per ALCOAST 435/22, Update 1, FY23 Workforce Planning Team Results - Enlisted Monetary Interventions. ALCOAST 403/22 announces the results of the Military Workforce Planning Team (MWPT) monetary enlisted interventions. The MWPT convened in May 2022 to develop and recommend workforce policy interventions. Specifically, this ALCOAST authorizes Enlistment Bonuses (EB), Critical Skills Training Bonuses (CSTB), Critical Skills Retention Bonuses (CSRB), and Selective Reenlistment Bonuses (SRB),
Nov. 1, 2022
Update 1, FY23 Workforce Planning Team Results - Enlisted Monetary Intervention
This message updates ALCOAST 403/22, paragraph 4.f (BM RAP) to read as follows: A $20,000 CSTB is authorized for BM RAP. To be eligible, a member must hold a current boat crew certification on any platform (except punts, skiffs, and ice rescue boats). Commands of new prospective applicants who meet the requirements must submit an A-school request form selecting BM RAP.
Oct. 31, 2022
National Defense Service Medal Award Termination Date
The ALCOAST (433/22) announces the termination date for award of the National Defense Service Medal (NDSM). The NDSM is awarded based on the United States' conducting large-scale combat operations in designated geographic locations as a result of the terrorist attacks on the United States that occurred on 11 September 2001. The award period is from 12 September 2001 to 31 December 2022.
Continued Suspension of CPOA Requirement for Advancement
CPOA sessions have returned to full capacity after COVID-19 closures, but a significant backlog of students will exist in the short-term future. Until the backlog is resolved, members already advanced to E-7 will receive the highest priority to allow them to compete for E-8. Members above the cutoff for E-7 must follow existing procedures to request CPOA and be ready to attend upon a space available basis.
Oct. 27, 2022
2022 Reserve Master Chief Advancement Panel Results
Commander, CG Personnel Service Center (CG PSC) approved the final report for the 2022 Reserve Master Chief Advancement Panel (RMCAP) convened on 17 October 2022. The list of eligible Senior Chiefs in ALCGPSC 136/22 is effective 01 January 2023 through 16 December 2023.
Oct. 26, 2022
Fiscal Year 2023 Clothing and Uniform Allowance Rates
Fiscal Year 2022 Clothing and Uniform Allowance Rates are effective on 1 October 2022