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Oiler USNS Big Horn Now in Port in Oman as Congress Raises Questions Over Logistics Fleet

CLASSIFICATION: UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 241241Z SEP 24 MID120001409414U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 197/24 MSGID/GENADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N4/SEP// SUBJ/FY25 LOGTECH EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES (CORRECTED COPY)// POC/MARIO BROOKS/OPNAV N4L5/CNO WASHINGTON DC/(703)614-7963/ MARIO.D.BROOKS5.MIL@US.NAVY.MIL// REF/A/DOC/OPNAV/09MAY23// AMPN/REF A IS OPNAVINST 4951.2, LOGISTICS AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION PROGRAM// RMKS/1. This message announces education opportunities through the Center of Excellence in Logistics and Technology (LOGTECH) Institute for Defense and Business (IDB), hosted at Duke University during fiscal year 2025 (FY25). LOGTECH enables and energizes participants to improve operations and accelerate adoption of future logistics capabilities throughout their organizations. IDB offers the courses in subparagraphs (a) and (b), available to Navy military and civilian personnel: a. LOGTECH Executive Course. This course is designed for military Flag Officers and Senior Executive Service members to focus on strategic and organizational considerations from the senior executive perspective. FY25 Executive Course schedule: Class# Start Graduate Quotas Application Deadline 2025-01 06 Apr 2025 11 Apr 2025 1 14 Feb 2025 b. LOGTECH Advanced Course. This course is designed for CWO-4 to CWO-5, O-4 to O-6 military officers, E-9 military personnel, as well as GS-13 to GS-15 civilians. It explores leading-edge logistics technologies to prepare logisticians for the future. FY25 Advanced Course schedule: Class# Start Graduate Quotas Application Deadline 2025-01 08 Dec 2024 13 Dec 2024 2 18 Oct 2024 2025-02 23 Feb 2025 28 Feb 2025 1 06 Dec 2024 2025-03 18 May 2025 23 May 2025 2 28 Mar 2025 2025-04 22 Jun 2025 27 Jun 2025 TBD 02 May 2025 2025-05 20 Jul 2025 25 Jul 2025 1 30 May 2025 2025-06 14 Sep 2025 19 Sep 2025 1 25 Jul 2025 2025-07 21 Sep 2025 26 Sep 2025 1 01 Aug 2025 2025-08 07 Dec 2025 12 Dec 2025 TBD 17 Oct 2025 2. LOGTECH Package. To obtain LOGTECH Advanced or Executive Course quotas, applicants must submit a standard Navy biography and signed SF-182 to their appropriate echelon 2 liaison. Advanced course applicants must also include a logistics problem statement for exploration during the course. A sample problem statement is found in reference (a). The Office of Chief of Naval Operations (OPNAV), Installations and Logistics (N4) FY25 LOGTECH course managers are: a. CDR Rudy Mason, OPNAV N4L5, rudy.mason2.mil@us.navy.mil b. LCDR Mario Brooks, OPNAV N4L5, mario.d.brooks5.mil@us.navy.mil c. LT Ryan Charles, OPNAV N4L5, ryan.e.charles.mil@us.navy.mil 3. LOGTECH Selection Process. Selections are based on the following criteria: funding availability, candidate qualifications (specifically career field and paygrade), package completeness (biography, SF-182, and problem statement), and problem statement quality. For additional information please review subparagraph (a) and (b): a. Additional Information. Refer to the IDB LOGTECH website at https://www.idb.org/programs/logistics-supply-chain-and-life-cycle/logtech-advanced-program-in-logistics-technology/ b. Resource. The SF-182 is available at: https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf182.pdf. 4. Funding. Tuition, meals, and lodging are centrally funded in FY25. Commands are responsible for funding travel, full per diem on travel days, and incidental per diem on non-travel days. Services, Agencies, and Combatant Commands also have the option to self-fund seats for any of the above classes. Should a command decide to self-fund, they will work directly with IDB after coordinating with OPNAV and the appropriate echelon 2 Point of Contact. Program cost is $9K per attendee and covers tuition, meals, and lodging. 5. Released by VADM J. T. Jablon, DCNO N4.// BT #0001 NNNN CLASSIFICATION: UNCLASSIFIED//

CLASSIFICATION: UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 251503Z SEP 24 MID120001412559U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 198/24 PASS TO OFFICE CODES: FM CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// MSGID/GENADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N1/SEP// SUBJ/FY25 MEDICAL DEPARTMENT OFFICER SPECIAL PAYS FOR ACTIVE DUTY// REF/A/DOC/USC/28JAN08// REF/B/DOC/DOD/30DEC15// REF/C/DOC/OPNAV/28DEC05// NARR/REF A IS SECTION 335, TITLE 37, U.S. CODE, SPECIAL BONUS AND INCENTIVE PAY AUTHORITIES FOR OFFICERS IN HEALTH PROFESSIONS. REF B IS DODI 6000.13, ACCESSION AND RETENTION POLICIES, PROGRAMS, AND INCENTIVES FOR MILITARY HEALTH PROFESSIONS OFFICERS (HPO). REF C IS OPNAVINST 7220.17, SPECIAL PAY FOR MEDICAL CORPS, DENTAL CORPS, MEDICAL SERVICE CORPS, AND NURSE CORPS OFFICERS.// RMKS/1. This NAVADMIN announces the continuation of authority granted in references (a) through (c). 2. Submission of requests for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 special and incentive pays may begin upon release of this NAVADMIN in line with reference (c) and specific FY25 medical department special pay guidance. 3. Specific special pay implementation guidance, administrative procedures, and Navy Bureau of Medicine and Surgery special pays point of contact information is available at https://www.med.navy.mil/Special-Pays/. If not a member of Navy medicine, Common Access Card (CAC) users will need to register their CAC upon first access to the site. All personnel eligible for medical department officer special pays are strongly encouraged to review their corps-specific guidance located at the aforementioned link. 4. This message will remain in effect until superseded or canceled, whichever occurs first. 5. Released by Vice Admiral Richard J. Cheeseman, Jr., N1.// BT #0001 NNNN CLASSIFICATION: UNCLASSIFIED//

CLASSIFICATION: UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 251506Z SEP 24 MID120001412572U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 199/24 PASS TO OFFICE CODES: FM CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// MSGID/NAVADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N1/SEP// SUBJ/ NAVAL POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL MASTER'S DEGREE OPPORTUNITY FOR NAVY ENLISTED EXPLOSIVE ORDNANCE DISPOSAL OPERATORS// REF/A/DOC/OPNAV/30JAN07// AMPN/REF A IS OPNAVINST 1160.8A, SELECTIVE REENLISTMENT BONUS PROGRAM. RMKS/1. This NAVADMIN solicits enlisted Sailor applications for in-resident enrollment at the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) 18-month Master of Science in Defense Analysis in Special Operations/Irregular Warfare or 24-month Master of Science in Undersea Warfare programs. In line with reference (a), this opportunity is one of many efforts to enhance Explosive Ordnance Disposal's (EOD) warfighting capabilities for the Navy, while building a dynamic, professional workforce. 2. This program is only available to Active Duty E6 to E9 members in the EOD rating. Eligibility criteria and nomination process are located on the EOD Enlisted Community Manager (ECM) website at https://www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/Career-Management/Community- Management/Enlisted/Special-Operations/EOD/. NPS applications must be submitted to NPS no later than six months prior to the start date. 3. Selectees will be assigned to Navy-funded education as full-time students under Permanent Change of Station orders to Monterey, CA, with either a March or a September 2025 start. As full-time students, Sailors will be required to carry a full academic load year-round. Degree requirements must be completed in 18 or 24 months, depending on chosen program. 4. Applications must be sent via encrypted e-mail or DoD SAFE (https://safe.apps.mil/) to eod_comm_mgr.fct@navy.mil within two weeks of notification of conditional acceptance by NPS. If required, please visit https://dod411.gds.disa.mil/ to download the required mailbox certificates to encrypt the email. 5. Selection results will be disseminated via official e-mail from an EOD Community Management office. Due to the highly competitive nature of this program, notification of selection via official e-mail is a binding commitment, which selectees must accept or decline within five working days of receipt. 6. The point of contact for this program can be contacted via e-mail at eod_comm_mgr.fct@navy.mil. 7. This message will remain in effect until superseded, or 1 September 2025, whichever occurs first. 8. Released by Vice Admiral Richard J. Cheeseman Jr., N1.// BT #0001 NNNN CLASSIFICATION: UNCLASSIFIED//

The Navy is rolling out a five-year program aimed at “improving the design, form, fit, and function” of uniforms for women in the fleet, according to the service.

The fleet oiler assigned to the Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group was damaged off the coast Oman in the Arabian Sea on Monday, Navy officials confirmed to USNI News. USNS Big Horn (T-AO-198) was anchored off the coast of Oman after suffering an underwater allision to the stern of the oiler, the official told USNI News. The Navy now plans to use tugs to move the oiler to a nearby port.

ALLS CHURCH, Va. – Do you know the difference between emergency and urgent care? It can make a difference in your health. Both emergency rooms and urgent care clinics can help you with a medical issue. But they’re different and serve your needs in different ways. When you or a family member needs medical care quickly, it’s important to know the difference between the two. “In times of stress or concern—like having a sick or injured family member—it can be difficult to know what the right course of care might be,” said Jeannine Pickrell, RN, nurse director of Population Health, TRICARE Health Plan, at the Defense Health Agency. “Making the right choice will ensure you and your family receive the right level of care when you need it.”

a. 30 November 2024: Professional Military Knowledge - Eligibility Exam (PMK-EE) completion deadline. b. 31 December 2024: Enlisted Leaders Development (ELD) course completion deadline. c. 16 January 2025: Exam administration. EAW will close one week after the exam date on the worksheet. d. Deviation from administration dates. In line with reference (a), commands that require rescheduling of NWAE administration date (with valid reason) may request a deviation of NWAE administration from Navy Personnel Command, Enlisted Career Administration Division (PERS-803). If authorized, administration will be completed by 31 January 2025. NAVADMIN 183/24 - JANUARY 2025 CYCLE 266 ACTIVE DUTY AND TRAINING AND ADMINISTRATION OF THE RESERVES E7 NAVY-WIDE ADVANCEMENT EXAMINATION

a. 31 December 2024: Professional Military Knowledge - Eligibility Exam (PMK-EE) completion deadline. b. 31 January 2025: Enlisted Leader Development (ELD) course completion deadline. c. 1-28 February 2025: Exam administration. d. 28 February 2025: EAW completion due date. SPRING 2025 (CYCLE 116) NAVY-WIDE ADVANCEMENT EXAMINATION FOR SELECTED RESERVE E5 THROUGH E7 CANDIDATES

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Criminals are targeting the military and young people throughout Hampton Roads, and victims are losing thousands and thousands of dollars. Travis Minson, 23, said he was in a good mood last December and wanted to be helpful when two men flagged him down at a stop light near the Lynnhaven Mall.

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The Navy will now require naval aviators to serve past their minimum service requirement in order to complete their second, two-year sea tour — the sea service’s latest attempt to boost retention in the aviation community, according to an internal briefing document obtained by Navy Times. The policy applies to officers serving in their first shore tour with a projected rotation date of October 2025 and beyond, and is being implemented due to “personnel shortages across second sea duty billets,” the Naval Air Forces document states.

Billy Jones stood overlooking the Alaskan village of Angoon and took stock of what the U.S. Navy had wrought. Long spruce houses blasted apart by U.S. warships. Food stores burned. The U.S. troops responsible had gathered canoes — the village’s lifeblood — and smashed them to pieces. At least six children died, according to historical accounts, asphyxiated by the smoke of their smoldering homes.

Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Lisa Franchetti presented the newly created Arctic Service Medal to submariners and civilians, Sept. 17. This award recognizes their exceptional service and dedication during operations in the strategic Arctic region.

CLASSIFICATION: UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 181702Z SEP 24 MID120001396513U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 194/24 PASS TO OFFICE CODES: FM CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// MSGID/GENADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N1/SEP// SUBJ/NAVY UNIFORM POLICY AND UNIFORM INITIATIVE UPDATE AUGUST 2024// REF/A/DOC/COMNAVPERSCOM/23AUG21// REF/B/CNO WASHINGTON DC/141633ZFEB24// NARR/REF A IS NAVPERS 15665J, U.S. NAVY UNIFORM REGULATIONS. REF B IS NAVY UNIFORM POLICY AND UNIFORM INITIATIVE UPDATE FEBRUARY 2024.// RMKS/1. This NAVADMIN announces updates to Navy uniform policy and female uniform initiatives. Uniform policy updates are the result of received Sailor feedback, command sponsored requests, and direction from Navy leadership. 2. The manner and occasion for wear of the Recruiting Command, Recruit Division Commander, and Career Counselor identification badges (ID badges) have been expanded as follows and is effective immediately for incumbent and post tour eligible personnel: a. Metal ID Badges. Metal identification badges (ID badges) without wreaths and stars may be worn optionally on the Navy Working Uniform (NWU) for personnel assigned ashore until cloth badges are made available. Placement of metal ID badges on the NWU will be in line with reference (a). b. Embroidered ID Badges. Embroidered ID badges may also be worn on the NWU Type 3 for afloat and ashore assigned eligible personnel. Placement of embroidered ID badges on the NWU Type III will be in line with reference (a). c. Post Tour ID Badge Wear. Post tour wear of ID badges without wreaths and stars is authorized for Sailors who have successfully completed a recruiting, recruit division commander, or career counselor assignment. d. Post Tour ID Badge Manner of Wear: (1) Placement of metal ID badges to denote post tour wear on Service and Service Dress uniforms will align with the placement of incumbent ID badge wear in line with reference (a). Placement of embroidered ID badges on the NWU Type III to denote post tour status will be centered on the right pocket flap. (2) Beginning 1 January 2025, a miniature size recruiting, recruit division commander, and career counselor ID badge will be worn to denote post tour assignment status. Commencing this date, regular size ID badges will be worn only by Sailors fulfilling an incumbent assignment. e. Availability. Regular size recruiting and recruit division commander ID badges will be issued through cognizant organizations to eligible Sailors. Regular size Career Counselor ID badges will continue to be sold at the Navy Exchange Uniform and Customer Support Centers. Notification of the availability of miniature size recruiting, recruit division commander and career counselor ID badges will be via separate announcements. 3. Navy War College (NWC) Alumni badge may now be worn as an optional uniform identification badge on service and full dress uniforms in accordance with Section 1, Chapter 5 of reference (a) with the following provisions: a. Eligibility. Any NWC graduate of an in-residence or distance educations JPME-granting course. b. Badge Description. Metal, circular, 1.5 inch by 1.5 inch badge presenting the NWC trident and shield, colored in blue, white, and gold. c. Occasion of wear. Formal and informal NWC alumni events and partnership engagements where attendees include U.S. and international graduates from NWC. Due to the size of the badge, it is not authorized for wear in dinner dress uniforms. d. Manner of wear. For individual badge wear, the NWC will be worn on Service Dress and Full Dress Uniforms in the same manner prescribed for the wear of the Office of the Secretary of Defense or Joint Chiefs of Staff ID badges. For dual ID badge wear, refer to chapter 5, section 1, article 5101.4 of reference (a). Wearing of NWC ID badges does not take precedence over incumbent assignment ID badge wear requirements. Individuals are not authorized to wear more than two ID badges. e. Availability. NWC badges are awarded to international and only U.S. students embedded in the international programs within Naval Command Course and National Security Courses. NWC will make the alumni badges available for purchase by any eligible U.S. NWC graduate. This badge will not be available for NEXCOM online or in-store purchase. 4. Female Uniform Initiative, Size Modernization Program (SMP). As announced in reference (b), the SMP is a multiphase five-year uniform improvement program focused on improving the design, form, fit, and function of female uniforms. The objective of the SMP is to deliver modernized uniforms that are of consistent fit and sizing across all Service and Dress uniform types. Phase One efforts of the SMP are concentrated on officer and Chief Petty officer (CPO) Service and Dress slacks, skirts, and shirts/blouses. Phase TWO SMP efforts will focus on modernization of enlisted E1 to E6 uniform components. Phase One fleet introduction events will occur during calendar years 2024 and 2025 consisting of the following initiatives: a. Summer White Overblouse: Short sleeved optional component worn by officers and CPOs with the Summer White Service Uniform. (1) Fit Clinics: Pensacola, FL 9-13 September 2024. Jacksonville, FL 9-13 September 2024. Bangor, WA 16-20 September 2024. San Diego, CA 23-27 September 2024. (2) Component Availability: Introduction will commence in at select locations (Norfolk VA, Jacksonville FL, Pensacola FL, San Diego CA, Bangor WA, Pearl Harbor HI, Arlington VA) no later than September 2024. Follow-on availability for the rest of the fleet will commence October 2024. (3) Manner and occasion for wear will be promulgated via reference (a) upon completion of the September 2024 fit clinics and the establishment of proper fit and sizing criteria. b. Dress Overblouse: Long sleeved optional overblouse worn with Service Dress Blue Uniform. (1) Component production will commence December 2024. (2) Component Availability: At select uniform centers, commencing April 2025. c. Service Slacks with Back Pockets. White, Khaki, and Blue slacks will have center front zipper fastener, side pockets. Blue slacks will remain beltless. (1) Component production will commence May 2025. (2) Component Availability: At select uniform centers, commencing September 2025. d. Service Skirts. White, Khaki and Blue service skirts will be redesigned to encompass straight vice A frame design, back center zipper fastener and kick pleat. Side pockets are being reviewed to determine compatibility with new design pattern, appearance, and functionality. (1) Component production will commence September 2025. (2) Component Availability: At select uniform centers, commencing December 2025. Note* All availability dates are based on manufacturer's supply chain and production delivery. 5. Questions regarding this NAVADMIN should be addressed via e-mail to Mr. Robert B. Carroll, Navy Uniform Matters and Emerging Issues Branch (OPNAV N13X), at robert.b.carroll3.civ@us.navy.mil, or YNCS Marishia Robinson (OPNAV N13X), at Marishia.r.robinson.mil@us.navy.mil. 6. Questions regarding SMP initiatives and introduction should be addressed to CDR Terri Gabriel, Deputy Commander Navy Uniforms, Navy Exchange Service Command at terri.gabriel@nexweb.org. 7. Feedback and recommendations regarding uniform policy, uniform components and uniform availability are welcomed and can be provided via e-mail at UMO_CMC@navy.mil, via the MyNavy UNIFORMS App, or via MyNavy HR at https://www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/ select references, U.S. Navy Uniforms and *Ask The Chiefs*. 8. Retain this NAVADMIN until policy changes are incorporated in reference (a), superseded or cancelled, whichever occurs first. 9. Released by Vice Admiral Richard J. Cheeseman, Jr., N1.// BT #0001 NNNN CLASSIFICATION: UNCLASSIFIED//

CLASSIFICATION: UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 181818Z SEP 24 MID120001396784U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN// INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 192/24 PASS TO OFFICE CODES: FM CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// TO NAVADMIN// INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// MSGID/GENADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N1/SEP// SUBJ/BASIC ALLOWANCE FOR HOUSING FLEXIBILITY// REF/A/DOC/DOD FMR/AUG21// REF/B/DOC/BAH DELEGATION MEMO/18JUN24// REF/C/DOC/DASN (MMP) MEMO/5AUG21// REF/D/DOC/DASN (MMP) MEMO/6APR21// REF/E/DOC/DCNO MEMO/8OCT21// REF/F/DOC/DCNO MEMO/13APR20// REF/G/DOC/DCNO MEMO/17SEP24// NARR/REF A IS THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT REGULATION. REF B IS THE DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY FOR SPECIFIED CIRCUMSTANCES AFFECTING ENTITLEMENT TO A HOUSING ALLOWANCE OR PAYMENT AT OTHER THAN THE PERMANENT DUTY STATION RATE. REF C IS BASIC ALLOWANCE FOR HOUSING FLEXIBILITY FOR MEMBERS ASSIGNED TO NAVAL AIR FACILITY EL CENTRO. REF D IS BASIC ALLOWANCE FOR HOUSING FLEXIBILITY FOR MEMBERS ASSIGNED TO NAVAL AIR STATION LEMOORE, NAVAL AIR STATION FALLON AND NAVAL AIR WEAPONS STATION CHINA LAKE. REF E IS BASIC ALLOWANCE FOR HOUSING FLEXIBILITY FOR MEMBERS ASSIGNED TO NAVAL AIR STATION LEMOORE, NAVAL AIR STATION FALLON, NAVAL AIR WEAPONS STATION CHINA LAKE AND NAVAL AIR FACILITY EL CENTRO. REF F IS BASIC ALLOWANCE FOR HOUSING FLEXIBILITY FOR MEMBERS ASSIGNED TO NAVAL AIR STATION LEMOORE, NAVAL AIR STATION FALLON AND NAVAL AIR WEAPONS STATION CHINA LAKE. REF G IS BASIC ALLOWANCE FOR HOUSING FLEXIBILITY FOR MEMBERS.// RMKS/1. This NAVADMIN authorizes Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) based on dependents location for members who choose to leave their dependents at the previous duty station or previously authorized dependent location in the Continental United States (CONUS), Alaska, and Hawaii. It implements reference (b). 2. In order to qualify for BAH at dependent location, the Service Member's dependents must be in CONUS, Alaska, or Hawaii, located in the vicinity of the previous Permanent Duty Station (PDS) or previously approved dependent location and the dependents must not have moved from that location. a. A housing allowance based on dependent location will not be paid under this authority for any location outside of CONUS, Alaska or Hawaii. b. Members with orders detaching from an accompanied tour in a foreign location or non-foreign United States territory are not authorized to receive BAH for dependent location under this authority. c. Entitlement to BAH based on dependent location will cease if the dependents move from the vicinity of the approved location. Any overpayments will be recouped. 3. Members are only authorized to receive a single housing allowance under this authority. If receiving a housing allowance for their dependent's location, the member will not receive a housing allowance for their PDS. Family Separation Allowance may be authorized if requirements in reference (a) are met. Additionally, members approved under this authority are only authorized to occupy unaccompanied government quarters on a space available basis. Service Members should note that unaccompanied government quarters are limited and should not be relied upon in their financial calculations. 4. Members must be aware of the financial implications of maintaining a residence at their PDS and at their dependents location. Members are encouraged to discuss their situation with their command financial specialist prior to electing to geographically separate from their family. 5. All requests made under this NAVADMIN will be submitted to Commander, Navy Personnel Command (PERS-451). Branch Head, Military Pay and Compensation Branch (OPNAV N130) will serve as the ultimate authority for appeals. A complete package must contain: a. Member's request. The request must state that the member understands the potential financial implications of electing to receive BAH based on dependent location and that the dependents reside at the address on the NAVPERS 1070/602. The request must acknowledge the affirmative duty of the member to tell their command if their dependents move from the previous PDS or previously approved dependent location. b. Current Commanding Officer's endorsement. c. Current PCS orders. d. Current NAVPERS 1070/602 (Page 2). e. For subsequent requests, a copy of previous determination(s). 6. This NAVADMIN is effective 1 October 2024. Members that have dependents at a previous duty station can request BAH for that location, but the start date for that BAH will be no earlier than 1 October 2024. 7. Commands with questions regarding this NAVADMIN are encouraged to contact their local Transaction Service Center (TSC) for clarification. TSC Personnel with questions may contact: PERS-451 at pers451@navy.mil. 8. This NAVADMIN will remain in effect until superseded or canceled, whichever occurs first. 9. Released by Vice Admiral Richard J. Cheeseman, Jr., N1.// BT #0001 NNNN CLASSIFICATION: UNCLASSIFIED//

he family of a U.S. veteran says that after his death, his body was cut up and sold to various medical programs — without their consent. Army vet Victor Carl Honey struggled with paranoid schizophrenia and was homeless when he died in Dallas in September 2022, according to an NBC News investigation.

The Office of Management and Budget has approved funding between 6,000-8,000 new privatized beds for the Hampton Roads, Va., area, a senior defense official told reporters Thursday. The announcement of the approved funding came during a Thursday roundtable to discuss a new memo by Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin that lists contiuining efforts to improve the lives of service members and their families.

The U.S. will support Manila’s plan to build a new naval pier at a Philippine naval base in Subic Bay. A 15-meter by 155-meter finger pier is set to be constructed at Naval Operating Base Subic, homeport of the Philippine Navy’s patrol vessels and frigates. According to the contract, the planning for the pier is under foreign military financing for the Armed Forces of the Philippines and will be in support of Naval Sea Systems Command’s International Fleet Support Program Office, known as PMS 326. Construction of the pier itself will be conducted by the Subic Drydock Corporation, a Philippine company.

CLASSIFICATION: UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 181520Z SEP 24 MID120001396191U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN// INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 193/24 PASS TO OFFICE CODES: FM CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// TO NAVADMIN// INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC//N1// MSGID/GENADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N1/SEP// SUBJ/2024 VICE ADMIRAL JAMES BOND STOCKDALE LEADERSHIP AWARD WINNERS (CORRECTED COPY)// RMKS/1. This NAVADMIN announces the 2024 recipients of the Vice Admiral James Bond Stockdale Leadership Award. Commander Justin B. Smith, Commanding Officer, USS MASON (DDG 87) (U. S. Fleet Forces Command) and Commander Jason M. Garfield, Commanding Officer, USS STERETT (DDG 104) (U.S. Pacific Fleet) were selected for their inspirational leadership. 2. This Fleet award was established in honor of VADM James Bond Stockdale, whose distinguished Naval career symbolized the highest standards of excellence in both personal and professional leadership. The award is presented annually to two commissioned officers on Active Duty in the grade of commander or below who are serving in command of a single ship, submarine, aviation squadron, Sea, Air, Land (SEAL) team, Naval special warfare squadron, SEAL delivery vehicle team, special boat team, explosive ordnance disposal mobile unit, mobile diving and salvage unit, or Navy special clearance team during the nomination cycle. Candidates are nominated by peers who themselves must be eligible for the award. 3. The 2024 winners were chosen from among six outstanding finalists in a review process that included screening at the Fleet commander level and final selection by a board of senior officers. 4. The following finalists deserve well-earned congratulations: a. CDR Robert A. Low, Commanding Officer, USS DELAWARE (SSN 791) b. CDR Tyler C. McQuiggan, former Commanding Officer, Strike Fighter Squadron ONE THREE ONE (VFA 131) c. CDR Erik H. Gustafson, former Commanding Officer, Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron FIVE (HSC 5) d. CDR Joseph S. Hamilton, Commanding Officer, USS PORTER (DDG 78) 5. CDR Justin Smith and CDR Jason Garfield, as well as all finalists, should be justifiably proud of their achievements. 6. Awards will be presented at a ceremony on 20 November 2024. 7. This NAVADMIN will be kept for record purposes, and will remain in effect until canceled or superseded, whichever occurs first. 8. Released by Vice Admiral Richard J. Cheeseman, Jr., N1// BT #0001 NNNN CLASSIFICATION: UNCLASSIFIED//

CLASSIFICATION: UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 171702Z SEP 24 MID120001393419U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 191/24 PASS TO OFFICE CODES: FM CNO WASHINGTON DC//N7// INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC//N7// MSGID/GENADMIN/CNO/N7/NOV// SUBJ/US NAVAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE FISCAL YEAR(FY) 2025 PROGRAM UPDATE// REF/A/MSG/SECNAV/171700ZJAN20// AMPN/REF A IS ALNAV 009/20, SECNAV VECTOR 7.// RMKS/1. This message provides an update to USNCC degree and certificate programs available to students for FY25. USNCC was established by Congress in the FY 2022 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) as the community college of the naval services. USNCC offers programs that support the Naval Education Strategy 2030 and contribute to combat readiness. 2. Active-duty enlisted service members of the United States Navy, United States Marine Corps as well as active duty and reserve enlisted service members of the United States Coast Guard may apply to programs through the USNCC website at https://www.usncc.edu/s/. There is no tuition, mandatory course fees, or course material costs incurred by parent commands or participating students. USNCC accepts applications all year so please apply now. Classes are taught 100% online and asynchronously or offered in a competency-based equivalency mode. 3. Program Updates. a. Degree program confers an associate degree with embedded certificates, to include the USNCC Naval Studies Certificate. b. The USNCC Naval Studies Certificate is comprised of five USNCC- delivered naval science courses and will be incorporated into all USNCC degree programs: (1) NAV 101 Naval Ethics & Leadership (2) NAV 102 Modern Naval History (3) NAV 103 Naval Force Design (4) NAV 104 Civilian / Military Relations, Organization, and American Government (5) NAV 105 Introduction to the Geopolitical Environment c. Regionally accredited degree programs offered include: (1) Associate of Arts, Military Studies, Arizona State University (2) Associate of Arts, Organizational Leadership, Arizona State University (3) Associate of Science, Logistics (Maritime), Arizona State University (4) Associate of Applied Science, General Engineering Technology, Alexandria Technical & Community College (5) Associate of Science, General Engineering, Alexandria Technical & Community College (6) Associate of Science, Naval Nuclear Engineering Technology, Alexandria Technical & Community College (7) Associate of Science, Aviation Maintenance, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (8) Associate of Science, Engineering Fundamentals, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (9) Associate of Science, Uncrewed and Autonomous Systems, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (10) Associate of Applied Science, Cybersecurity, Northern Virginia Community College (11) Associate of Applied Science, Technical Studies (Logistics), Tidewater Community College (12) Associate of Arts, General Studies w/ Computer Studies Specialization, University of Maryland Global Campus (13) Associate of Science, Cybersecurity and Information Assurance, Western Governors University (14) Associate of Science, Data Analytics, Western Governors University (15) Associate of Science, Health Science, Western Governors University d. All degrees include a professionally relevant certificate that helps set you apart as an enlisted leader. e. Standalone certificates are available for each of the above-mentioned degree programs. Programs offered include: (1) Naval Studies Certificate, United States Naval Community College (2) General Engineering Requisites Certificate, Alexandria Technical and Community College (3) General Engineering Sciences Certificate, Alexandria Technical and Community College (4) General Engineering Technology Certificate, Alexandria Technical and Community College (5) Naval Nuclear Engineering Diploma, Alexandria Technical and Community College (6) Logistics (Maritime) Certificate, Arizona State University (7) Military Studies Certificate, Arizona State University (8) Organizational Leadership Certificate, Arizona State University (9) Logistics Career Studies Certificate, Tidewater Community College (10) Aviation Maintenance Part 65 Certificate, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (11) Engineering Fundamentals Certificate, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (12) Uncrewed and Autonomous Systems Certificate, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (13) IT Technical Support Certificate, Northern Virginia Community College (14) Network Administration Certificate, Northern Virginia Community college (15) Computer Networking Certificate, University of Maryland Global Campus (16) Data Analytics Foundations Certificate, Western Governors University (17) Health Science Undergraduate Certificate, Western Governors University (18) Network and Cyber Defense Foundations Certificate, Western Governors University f. For additional information regarding program requirements and course details, please visit the USNCC website at https://www.usncc.edu/s/. 4. Eligibility Criteria: a. USNCC will accept applications from enlisted service members subject to the following eligibility preferences: (1) Applicants must be an enlisted service member. (2) Members in the pay grades of E-1 to E-9, in any rating or MOS, may apply; prioritization of acceptance is dependent on the degree program. (3) All applicants must be on active duty and available to take online college courses. Active Duty for Operational Support (ADOS), Navy Training and Administration of the Reserve (TAR) and Marine Corps Active Reserve (AR) are also eligible. (4) Applicants must not be pending any legal or disciplinary action. (5) Applicants must have at least 6 months left on contract (EAOS/EAS) prior to the start of each course. (6) For programs that have more than one degree path, applicants must only select/apply for one program. b. Qualified individuals will need a designated command representative (at the E6 or senior level) endorsement. 5. Application Process: More information is available, and applications must be submitted at the USNCC website at https://www.usncc.edu/s/. 6. Selection Notifications: The USNCC will make enrollment selections and accepted applicants will be advised of their selection status via email. 7. Point of contact: Mr. Alphonso Garrett, USNCC Director of Enrollment, email at admissions@usncc.edu. 8. Request widest dissemination of the above information. Regional and installation education specialists are requested to pass this information to all interested personnel at home stations. 9. To arrange command visits or briefs, contact MCC Stacy Atkinsricks, USNCC Public Affairs Officer, at publicaffairs@usncc.edu, or visit the USNCC website for more information. 10. This message will remain in effect until 30 September 2025 or until superseded. 11. Released by VADM D.W. 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CLASSIFICATION: UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 162036Z SEP 24 MID120001390696U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 190/24 MSGID/NAVADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N2N6/SEP// SUBJ/2024 ASSOCIATION OF OLD CROWS OUTSTANDING NAVY UNIT AWARD WINNERS// REF/A/DOC/AOC/09FEB2024// AMPN/REF A IS THE AOC LETTER TO CNO FOR ANNUAL AWARD NOMINATIONS.// POC/BIXBY/CTTCM/OPNAV N2N6WT/TEL:(571)256-8542/EMAIL: GARY.W.BIXBY2.MIL(AT)US.NAVY.MIL// RMKS/1. Congratulations to the following commands for their selection as the 2024 Association of Old Crows Outstanding Navy Unit Award Winners: a. Shore: Naval Information Warfare Development Center (NIWDC) b. Sea: USS MCFAUL (DDG-74) c. Air: Electronic Attack Squadron ONE THREE ZERO (VAQ-130) 2. These unit award winners made significant contributions to the Information Operations and Electromagnetic Warfare community and their successes are noteworthy. BRAVO ZULU for their outstanding efforts and for a job well done! 3. Released by VADM Karl O. Thomas, Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Information Warfare, OPNAV N2N6.// BT #0001 NNNN CLASSIFICATION: UNCLASSIFIED//

CLASSIFICATION: UNCLASSIFIED// ROUTINE R 162026Z SEP 24 MID120001390660U FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC BT UNCLAS FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN INFO CNO WASHINGTON DC UNCLAS NAVADMIN 189/24 MSGID/NAVADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/N2N6/SEP// SUBJ/ACADEMIC YEAR 2025/26 ENLISTED CYBER MASTER OF SCIENCE DEGREE OPPORTUNITY AT NAVAL POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL// REF/A/INST/OPNAV/30JAN07// REF/B/INST/OPNAV/07JAN15// NARR/REF A IS OPNAVINST 1160.8B, SELECTIVE REENLISTMENT BONUS PROGRAM. REF B IS OPNAVINST 1520.23C, GRADUATE EDUCATION.// RMKS/1. This NAVADMIN solicits enlisted Sailor applications for enrollment in the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) 15-month Master of Science in Applied Cyber Operations (MACO) program. This opportunity is one of many efforts to increase Cyber capabilities for the Navy by building a professional Cyber workforce. 2. This program is available to E-6 and above shore duty eligible Active Duty and Training and Administration of the Reserves members in the Information Systems Technician and Cyber Warfare Technician ratings. Eligibility criteria and nomination process are located at the Navy Information Warfare Outreach Page on milSuite at: https://www.milsuite.mil/book/docs/DOC-526186 (common access card email certificate login required). NPS applications must be submitted to NPS no later than 31 December 2024. 3. Selectees will be assigned to Navy-funded education as full-time students under permanent change of station orders to Monterey, CA, with either a January 2026 or July 2026 start. As full-time students, Sailors will be required to carry a full academic load year-round. Degree requirements shall be completed in 15 months. 4. Applications must be sent via encrypted email or DOD SAFE ( https://safe.apps.mil/ ) to NAVIFOR_MACO(AT)us.navy.mil within two weeks of notification of conditional acceptance by NPS. 5. Selection results will be disseminated via official email from a Naval Information Force (NAVIFOR) MACO Program Officer. Due to the highly competitive nature of this program, notification of selection via official email is a binding commitment which selectees must accept or decline within five working days of receipt. 6. The point of contact for this program can be contacted via email at NAVIFOR_MACO(AT)us.navy.mil. 7. This message will remain in effect until superseded, or 1 September 2025, whichever occurs first. 8. Released by VADM Karl O. Thomas, Deputy Chief of Naval Operations For Information Warfare, OPNAV N2N6.// BT #0001 NNNN CLASSIFICATION: UNCLASSIFIED//