R 231015Z APR 26 MARADMIN 189/26 MSGID/GENADMIN/CMC WASHINGTON DC MRA// SUBJ/IMPLEMENTING POLICY ON PRIORITIZING MILITARY EXCELLENCE AND  READINESS FOR THE IDENTIFICATION, PROCESSING, AND INVOLUNTARY  SEPARATION OF MARINES// REF/A/MSGID/MSG/ALNAV/R061945ZMAR26// REF/B/MSGID/DOC/SECNAV/03JUL25// REF/C/MSGID/MSG/ALNAV/R121919ZMAY25// REF/D/MSGID/DOC/OUSW(PR)/21MAR25// REF/E/MSGID/DOC/CMC/15FEB19// REF/F/MSGID/DOC/OUSW(PR)/26FEB25// REF/G/MSGID/DOC/OUSW(MRA)/04MAR25// REF/H/MSGID/DOC/SECNAV/01OCT25// REF/I/MSGID/DOC/DODI/10NOV22// REF/J/MSGID/DOC/OUSW(PR)/08OCT25// REF/K/MSGID/DOC/SECNAV/24JAN20// REF/L/MSGID/DOC/DODI/14JUN19// REF/M/MSGID/DOC/OUSW(PR)/15MAY25// NARR/REF A IS ALNAV 011/26 IMPLEMENTING POLICY ON PRIORITIZING  MILITARY EXCELLENCE AND READINESS FOR INVOLUNTARY SEPARATION  GUIDANCE.  REF B IS A SECRETARY OF THE NAVY MEMORANDUM DIRECTION  CONCERNING INVOLUNTARY SEPARATION UNDER DEPARTMENT OF WAR POLICY ON  PRIORITIZING MILITARY EXCELLENCE AND READINESS.  REF C IS ALNAV  038/25 IMPLEMENTING POLICY ON PRIORITIZING MILITARY EXCELLENCE AND  READINESS.  REF D IS UNDER SECRETARY OF WAR FOR PERSONNEL AND  READINESS MEMORANDUM, PRIORITIZING MILITARY EXCELLENCE AND READINESS: MILITARY DEPARTMENT IDENTIFICATION.  REF E IS MCO 1900.16, with CH-3 THE MARINE CORPS SEPARATIONS AND RETIREMENT MANUAL.  REF F IS UNDER  SECRETARY OF WAR FOR PERSONNEL AND READINESS MEMORANDUM, ADDITIONAL  GUIDANCE ON PRIORITIZING MILITARY EXCELLENCE AND READINESS.  REF G IS  UNDER SECRETARY OF WAR FOR PERSONNEL AND READINESS MEMORANDUM,  CLARIFYING GUIDANCE ON PRIORITIZING MILITARY EXCELLENCE AND  READINESS, RETENTION AND ACCESSION WAIVERS.  REF H IS DEPARTMENT OF  THE NAVY MEMO, PRIORITIZING MILITARY EXCELLENCE AND READINESS –  INVOLUNTARY SEPARATIONS. REF I IS DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE INSTRUCTION  1332.18, DISABILITY EVALUATION SYSTEM.  REF J IS UNDER SECRETARY OF  WAR FOR PERSONNEL AND READINESS MEMORANDUM, PRIORITIZING MILITARY  EXCELLENCE AND READINESS: ADDITIONAL IMPLEMENTATION GUIDANCE ON  ADMINISTRATIVE SEPARATIONS.  REF K IS THE SECRETARY OF THE NAVY  INSTRUCTION 5510.30, DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY PERSONNEL SECURITY  PROGRAM.  REF L IS DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE INSTRUCTION 6120.3A  PERIODIC HEALTH ASSESSMENT FOR INDIVIUAL MEDICAL READINESS.  REF M IS UNDER SECRETARY OF WAR FOR PERSONNEL AND READINESS MEMORANDUM,  PRIORITIZING MILITARY EXCELLENCE AND READINESS: IMPLEMENTATION  GUIDANCE// POC/MPO/EMAIL:[email protected]/TEL:(703) 784-9632// POC/CDA/EMAIL:[email protected]// POC/MMSR2ENLISTED/EMAIL:[email protected]// POC/MMSR2OFFICER/EMAIL:[email protected]//  POC/BUMED DAC/EMAIL:USN.NCR.BUMEDFCHVA.MBX.BUMED-DEPLOYABILITY- [email protected]// GENTEXT/REMARKS/1.  Purpose.  Pursuant to references (a) through (m),  this MARADMIN provides direction on the identification, processing,  and involuntary separation of Marines who have a current diagnosis or  history of, or exhibit symptoms consistent with, gender dysphoria and  who have not previously requested voluntary discharge pursuant to  reference (c). 1.a.  Policy.  Pursuant to references: 1.a.1.  Marines must adhere to standards associated with their  biological sex. 1.a.2.  A Marine's sex must be accurately reflected in the Defense  Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) and all other systems  of record. 1.a.3.  If a Commander determines a sex marker change is required in  DEERS or any other system of record, contact Manpower Military Policy  (MPO), Manpower Plans and Policy, (MP) Deputy Commandant for Manpower  and Reserve Affairs (DC M&RA). 1.a.4.  All Exceptions to Policy (ETPs) are revoked allowing a member  to conform to standards associated to a sex different from their  identification in DEERS. 1.b.  Definitions.  For the purpose of this MARADMIN, the following  definitions apply: 1.b.1.  “Sex,” is an individual’s immutable biological classification  as either male or female. 1.b.2.  For the purposes of this MARADMIN, an ETP refers to a formal  authorization that allowed a Marine to live in a manner not aligned  with their biological sex and was granted by either 1) Headquarters  Marine Corps authorized deviations from service-level policy (e.g.,  grooming or uniform standards) and/or 2) Local commanders authorized  the use of local facilities (e.g., heads, barracks, locker rooms). 2.  Identification.  Marines are identified for processing under this  policy through 1) Periodic Health Assessment or 2) Commander’s  Awareness. 2.a.  Periodic Health Assessment (PHA).  The primary method of  identifying Marines subject to involuntary separation is the  Individual Medical Readiness program.  A Marine attesting on the PHA  self-assessment questionnaire to a diagnosis, history, or symptoms of  gender dysphoria will be evaluated for medical standards compliance  as directed by the Bureau of Medicine and Surgery (BUMED).  No Marine  will be directed to complete a PHA outside the periodicity directed  in reference (l). 2.b.  Commander’s Awareness.  Commanders who are aware of Marines who  have a current diagnosis or history of, or exhibit symptoms  consistent with, gender dysphoria will identify Marines subject to  this policy by directing a medical record review to assess compliance  with medical standards.  This review is not required if medical  verification was previously completed (e.g., in support of an  exception to policy request).  For the purposes of this MARADMIN,  "Commander’s Awareness" is strictly limited to knowledge derived  from one or more of the following: 2.b.1.  A Marine’s prior request for an ETP to adhere to sex-based  military standards different from their sex. 2.b.2.  A prior request to change their sex-marker in DEERS. 2.b.3.  A medical treatment plan, placement in a medically restricted  duty status, or deployment waiver associated with a documented  diagnosis of gender dysphoria. 2.b.4.  A Marine’s voluntary self-identification via written  administrative remarks to their chain of command that they have a  current diagnosis or history of, or exhibit symptoms consistent with,  gender dysphoria pursuant to reference (d).  This self- identification will acknowledge the member is subject to review for  compliance with medical standards and possible involuntary  separation. 2.b.5.  When a commander possesses facts or circumstances not  explicitly covered in subparagraph 2.b.1. through 4, but which they  believe demonstrates a diagnosis or, history of, or symptoms of  gender dysphoria, the commander must present these facts to the  first general officer (GO) in the Marine’s chain of command.  The GO  will then make a case-by-case determination in consultation with an  assigned military judge advocate and the BUMED Deployability and  Action Cell (BUMED DAC) in an advisory capacity, based on medical  record review as permitted by law and, if necessary, medical  evaluation.   2.c.  Medical Verification.  Commanders will contact the BUMED DAC at  usn.ncr.bumedfchva.mbx.bumed-deployability-action-cell@health.mil to  initiate an individualized medical record review.  Commanders will  also notify MPO that they have requested a medical verification  within 24 hours. 3.  Referral and Initial Actions.  Once a Marine is identified in  accordance with paragraph 2, the following steps will occur: 3.a. BUMED Notification and Prerequisite for Referral.  Upon  confirmation that the Marine meets the medical criteria for  involuntary separation, BUMED DAC will document the Marine as  non-deployable and not medically ready, and notify MPO of their  determination. 3.b. Referral for Separation Processing.  The command referral will  be in naval letter correspondence format and contain the following: 3.b.1.  Marine's Name 3.b.2.  Command Assigned 3.b.3.  Electronic Data Interchange Personal Identifier (EDIPI) 3.b.4.  Annotate whether the Marine receives special pay or a bonus  and, if applicable, provide a recommendation with justification  regarding debt recoupment. 3.b.5.  Referrals will be titled with the Marine’s initials and the  last five digits of their EDIPI, and saved in Portable Document  Format (PDF). 3.b.6.  If commands require GO determination under paragraph 2.b.5.  the GO assumes all referral procedures and responsibilities.   3.c.  Final Routing.  The command and GO referrals will be routed to  MPO.  Once MPO has verified that a package is complete, the referral  will be routed to the Consolidated Disposition Authority (CDA). 4.  Notification and Placement on Administrative Absence.  Upon  notification from MPO that a medical verification is confirmed,  Commanders should place Marines in administrative absence status.   All Marines notified will begin pre-separation requirements  immediately, including the Transition Assistance Program. While in  administrative absence, Marines will be afforded maximum flexibility to complete such requirements remotely or in civilian attire.  If a  commander elects not to place a Marine on administrative absence, the  command will notify MPO within 24 hours.  4.a.  Active and Active Reserve Components:  4.a.1.  Marines will be assigned a duty limitation code of E – ADMIN,  NON-DEPLOY. 4.a.2.  Marines are entitled to full pay and benefits.  However, if a  Marine is an administrative absence status, they will not receive  bonus, special, and/or incentive pays. 4.a.3.  Administrative absence will be initiated by the Marine  through the Marine Online (MOL) Leave and Liberty module with the  type selected as “Other (Enter Reason in Comments Box).”  The  comment to be recorded is “Administrative absence in accordance with  ALNAV 011/26 for the duration of the retirement/separation process.” 4.b.  Selected Marine Corps Reserve (SMCR): 4.b.1.  Commanders should excuse Marines from drill execution for the duration of their separation process.  Marines will not receive  drill pay or retirement points for excused drills.  If a commander  elects not to excuse a Marine from drill, the command will notify MPO  within 24 hours.  4.b.2.  All excused drills will be reported as “EA – OTHER” via unit  diary. 4.b.3.  The history statement for the unit diary entry is: “Excused  absence in accordance with ALNAV 011/26 for the duration of the  retirement/separation process.” 4.c.  Commands remain fully responsible for personnel placed in an  administrative absence status.  This communication is essential to  ensure the timely and expeditious completion of all pre-separation  requirements, meet the prescribed notification timelines, and  safeguard the Marine's health and welfare throughout the entire  process.   5.  Involuntary Separation Board Proceedings.  The process for the  involuntary separation of Marines is outlined below.  All  correspondence and documents associated with this MARADMIN will be  routed through MPO. 5.a.  Authorities. 5.a.1.  The Commander, Navy Installations Command, is designated as  the CDA.  The CDA is the exclusive authority to initiate involuntary  separation procedures for all Marines and is the sole show-cause  authority for all officer boards of inquiry convened pursuant to this  policy.  The CDA may promulgate necessary involuntary separations  guidance governing board and referral procedures.  5.a.2.  The Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) is the separation  authority for all officer and enlisted separations under this policy. 5.b.  Notification of Separation and Marine’s Rights. 5.b.1.  Within 30 calendar days of referral, the CDA will inform the  Marine via their command that involuntary separation proceedings have  been initiated.  The notification will inform the Marine of their  right to elect an administrative separation board or board of  inquiry, as applicable.  The CDA will notify MPO that involuntary  separation proceedings have been initiated. 5.b.2.  Per reference (j), enlisted Marines being processed under  this MARADMIN are entitled to an administrative separation board and officers are entitled to a Board of Inquiry, regardless of time in  service. 5.b.3.  Upon notification, Marines considering a board may consult  with a military defense counsel or a civilian defense counsel (at  their own expense). 5.b.4.  The commander will ensure the Marine understands their right  to a board and the associated 10-day timeline for election of a  board.   5.b.5.  The Marine must respond to the CDA and MPO within 10 calendar  days of the notification of separation if they are electing a board. 5.b.6.  Failure of the Marine to meet the notification timeline of 10  calendar days will result in waiving their right to a board. 5.c.  Basis for Separation and Separation program designator (SPD)  Codes. 5.c.1.  The Service will process officers for separation on the basis  that their continued service is not consistent with the interests of  national security, using the Military Personnel Security Program  (JDK2) SPD code.  As outlined in reference (k), no personnel security  actions will be pursued under this separation basis, solely for  meeting gender dysphoria separation criteria. 5.c.2.  The Service will process enlisted Marines for separation on  the basis that separation is in the best interest of the Military  Service, using the Secretarial Authority (JFF8) SPD code. 5.d.  CDA Responsibilities and Resourcing. 5.d.1.  The CDA is responsible for the consistent application of  standards for all boards.  The CDA will make determinations on  obtaining witnesses and continuances. 5.d.2.  If a Marine waives board proceedings, the CDA will ensure  the waiver is appropriately documented, and will expeditiously  process the package to the SECNAV via DC M&RA, MPO. 5.d.3.  DC M&RA will resource the CDA as necessary to effectuate  these proceedings.  The CDA shall route requests for resources  directly to DC M&RA.  The Assistant Secretary of the Navy (Manpower  and Reserve Affairs) (ASN (M&RA)) shall resolve any conflicts  regarding Service resourcing. 5.e.  Board Procedures and Standards. 5.e.1.  Pre-Separation Requirements.  Commands should strive to have  Marines complete all pre-separation requirements, as detailed in  paragraph 12.d., prior to the convening of a board.  Marines will be  allotted a minimum of 30-days from notification of separation until  a board is convened.  This 30-day timeline is a critical deadline.   If a command anticipates any delay, the commander must contact MPO  to report the circumstances within 24 hours. 5.e.2.  Commands are responsible for funding travel and other  related expenses associated with the execution of administrative  boards. 5.f.  Board Findings. 5.f.1.  Boards convened by the CDA will only make findings on whether  the Marine has a diagnosis or history of, or exhibits symptoms  consistent with, gender dysphoria and, if so, that the Marine should  be separated. 5.f.2.  The least favorable characterization of service is Honorable if the only basis for separation is a diagnosis or history of, or  exhibiting symptoms consistent with, gender dysphoria.   6.  Post-Board Actions and Final Decision.  Post-board procedures  shall follow established service processes except as outlined below. 6.a.  Post-Board Reporting Process.  The CDA will prepare the report  of board proceedings, make recommendations on any letters of  deficiency submitted by the Marine, and forward the package to MPO.   DC M&RA will forward final separation packages to the SECNAV via  ASN(M&RA). 6.b.  ASN (M&RA), will upon receipt from DC M&RA, review the package  and make a recommendation to SECNAV.  The subsequent actions are as  follows: 6.b.1.  If the board determines the basis for separation exists and  ASN (M&RA) recommends approval of the board’s recommendation, the  Marine will be notified by the CDA, via MPO and their commander, of  their right to either accept ASN (M&RA)’s recommendation or submit  a retention waiver request.   6.b.2.  If the board determines the basis for separation exists but  ASN (M&RA) recommends disapproval, the Marine will be retained. 6.b.3.  If an enlisted administrative separation board determines the  basis for separation does not exist and ASN (M&RA) recommends  approval of retention, the Marine will be retained. 6.b.4.  If an enlisted administrative separation board determines the  basis for separation does not exist but ASN (M&RA) recommends  disapproval of retention, the Marine will be notified by MPO, via  their commander, of their right to either accept ASN (M&RA)’s  recommendation or submit a retention waiver request.   6.b.5.  If an officer board of inquiry determines the basis for  separation does not exist, the case is closed and the officer is  retained. 6.c.  If a Marine waives their right to a board, MPO will notify the  Marine, via their commander, of their right to submit a retention  waiver request. 6.d.  Retention Waiver Eligibility. Marines requesting a retention  waiver must meet the following criteria:  6.d.1.  Demonstrate 36 consecutive months of stability in the  individual’s sex without clinically significant distress or  impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of  functioning. 6.d.2.  Demonstrate that he or she has never attempted to  transition to any other sex than his or her biological sex. 6.d.3.  Be willing and able to adhere to all applicable standards,  including the standards associated with his or her sex. 6.e.  If a Marine elects to submit a waiver it is a two-step,  concurrent routing process: 6.e.1.  Member Waiver Application.  The Marine has 15 calendar days  from notification of ASN(M&RA)’s recommendation to compile and submit  their Waiver Request package directly to MPO.  The member at a  minimum must present evidence that they meet all three eligibility  criteria.  No waiver requests in any form will be accepted after  this 15-day deadline.  Contact MPO for further instructions. 6.e.2.  Concurrent Package Submission to Command: Simultaneously, the  Marine must submit their complete waiver package, including all  supporting evidence, to their chain of command to begin the  endorsement process.  The command is responsible for routing the  package to the first GO for an endorsement that includes an  assessment of a compelling government interest.  The complete  package will be forwarded to DC M&RA, via MPO, no later than 30  calendar days from the date of the Marine's initial Waiver Request  due date. 6.e.3.  Consideration of a compelling government interest.    A compelling government interest includes special experience,  training, and advanced education in a highly technical career field  designated as mission critical and as a hard-to-fill career field by  the SECNAV, where such attributes are directly related to the  operational needs of the Department of the Navy that directly  supports warfighting capabilities.   6.f.  SECNAV is the sole approval authority for any retention waiver. 7.  Final Pay, Benefits, and Separation Conditions.  Marines  separated under this policy are subject to the following: 7.a.  Reentry Code.  Marines separated under this policy will receive  a reentry code of RE-3G to reflect that an accession waiver is  required for reentry.   7.b.  Service Obligation.  Any remaining service obligation,  including any obligation associated with a transfer of education  benefits under the Post-9/11 GI Bill and any inactive reserve  obligation, will be waived. 7.c.  Involuntary Separation Pay.  Marines separated pursuant to this  policy may be eligible for involuntary separation pay.  In general  Marines are eligible for separation pay if they have completed at  least 6 years of continuous active duty service.     7.d.  Unearned Bonuses, Incentive, and Special Pays. 7.d.1.  Pursuant to reference (a), Marines subject to involuntary  separation who are in receipt of a bonus, incentive, or special pay  will have that bonus, incentive, or special pay terminate upon  placement in an administrative absence status until administrative  separation proceedings are resolved.   7.d.2.  Pursuant to reference (f) and 37 U.S.C. § 373, the Department  of the Navy may recoup any unearned bonuses and/or special and  incentive pay for Marines who fail to satisfy service eligibility  requirements as a result of their separation. 7.d.3.  DC M&RA will include a recommendation regarding debt  recoupment as part of the endorsement on the separation package.   7.e.  Transition Benefits.  Per reference (b), Marines are eligible  for all other separation and transition benefits to which they are  otherwise entitled under law or Department of War policy, with the  exception of the Skillbridge program.  Participation in Skillbridge  is not authorized. 8.  Retirement Requests.   8.a.  Eligibility. 8.a.1.  Marines with sufficient service for a transfer to the Fleet  Marine Corps Reserve (FMCR) or retirement list per reference (e) may  request retirement in lieu of involuntary separation pursuant to  reference (a). 8.a.2.  At any time prior to final action by the SECNAV, Marines with  greater than 18 but less than 20 years of active service may be  eligible for early retirement under Temporary Early Retirement  Authority (TERA), per reference (f).  Contact MPO for further  instruction.  SECNAV is the final authority for TERA approval. 8.a.3.  Marines with greater than 15 but less than 18 years of active  service may request an exception to policy for TERA, per reference  (a).  Contact MPO for further instruction.  The Under Secretary of  War (Personnel and Readiness) is the final approval authority for  TERA exceptions to policy.  Pending requests will not delay board  proceedings. 8.b.  Submission Process for Regular Retirement. 8.b.1.  Requests for retirement must be submitted to HQMC,  Separations and Retirement Branch (MMSR) and MPO within 30 calendar  days from the date the Marine has been identified as meeting the  criteria outlined in this MARADMIN.  The requested retirement date  will not exceed six months from the date of identification. 8.b.2.  Such requests will include a completed Navy and Marine Corps  (NAVMC) Form 10274, Appendix J, and shall be routed via the first GO  in the Marine’s chain of command and DC M&RA. 8.c.  Marines Previously Approved for Retirement.  Marines who are  subsequently identified under this policy will transfer to the Fleet  Marine Corps Reserve (FMCR) retirement list no later than six months  from identification.   8.d.  Commanders will place Marines pending retirement in  administrative absence status in accordance with paragraph 4.   9.  Separation for Reasons Other than Gender Dysphoria. 9.a.  Disability Evaluation System (DES).   9.a.1.  Basis for Referral.  A diagnosis of gender dysphoria does not  in itself constitute a physical disability, and Marines are  ineligible for referral to the DES on this basis alone.  However,  Marines may be referred to the DES if they have a co-morbidity or  other qualifying medical condition that is appropriate for disability  evaluation. 9.a.2.  Administrative actions under this MARADMIN (such as  conducting a board or submitting a waiver) will proceed concurrently  with the DES process.  The SECNAV will hold any final separation  determinations in abeyance until the DES process has fully concluded.   The DES separation determination will take precedence.   9.a.3.  Notification Requirement.  Commanders will notify MPO within  24 hours if at any time during the separation process a Marine is  referred to the DES. 9.b. Administrative Separation.  9.b.1.  Precedence of other administrative separation actions.  If  a Marine is being processed for administrative separation for other  reasons, processing under this MARADMIN will be held in abeyance.   At the conclusion of the enlisted administrative board, if the Marine  is not separated, processing under this MARADMIN will resume. 9.b.2.  Commanders shall notify MPO within 24 hours if a Marine,  undergoing administrative processing under this MARADMIN,  concurrently becomes subject to administrative separation for any  other reason. 10. Duty Status Reporting.  Upon identification for involuntary  separation under this policy, commanders will report via Marine Corps  Total Force System (MCTFS) the Marine as non-deployable with strength  category code ‘X’ and duty status code ‘C’.  This duty status will  remain until the conclusion of the separation process. 11.  Eligibility for Extension.  11.a.  A Marine approaching their Expiration of Active Service (EAS)  may request an extension of service under the following  circumstances: 11.a.1.  The Marine is qualified for Involuntary Separation Pay and  is awaiting a final separation authority letter from the SECNAV. 11.a.2.  The Marine has elected to appear before an administrative  separation board and the proceedings are not yet complete. 11.b.  Marine Request Procedure.  Eligible Marines will submit a  request for an extension of service to their Commanding Officer  using NAVMC Form 10274. 11.c.  Action by Command.  Upon receipt of a valid request by the  Marine, the Commanding Officer will extend the Marine's service in  30-day increments until the separation process is finalized.   Commanders are not authorized to involuntarily extend a Marines EAS. 12.  Commander’s Responsibilities. 12.a.  Dignity and Respect.  Commanders will maximize the use of all  available command authorities within the Department of War and  Department of Navy policy, consistent with reference (f), to ensure  affected personnel are treated with dignity and respect throughout  this process. 12.b.  Privacy of Health Information.  Commanders will protect the  privacy of protected health information (PHI) they receive under this  policy in the same manner as any other PHI.  Access to such  information will be strictly restricted to personnel with a specific  need to know for the conduct of official duties.  All personnel are  accountable for safeguarding health information consistent with law  and policy. 12.c.  Higher Headquarters Reporting.  Commanders with Marines in  their commands subject to this policy will submit a report twice a  month to MPO via their major subordinate command.  Commanders should  contact MPO for the report template. 12.d.  Pre-Separation Checklist Reporting. 12.d.1.  Commanders must proactively ensure that all efforts are made  to expedite the completion of the following requirements: 12.d.2.  Final Physical (page 3 of DD 2808 or 2807 stating “Medically  Qualified for Separation/Retirement”). 12.d.3.  DD Form 2648, Pre-Separation/Transition Counseling  Checklist. 12.d.4.  Commanding Officer’s Interview (required for all enlisted  Marines). 12.d.5.  DD Form 2963, Service Treatment Record Transfer and  Transmittal. 12.d.6.  Unit Check-Out Sheet. 12.e.  Commanders requiring clarification on any aspect of this  policy, to include questions regarding available command authorities  or tools, will contact MPO at the POC listed in this MARADMIN. 12.f.  Proactive Support.  Commanders will support impacted Marines  during the separation process by advising them of available mental  health, financial, and separation resources while maintaining  positive engagement through regular check-ins. 13.  Military OneSource.  Military OneSource is available 24/7 at  1-800-342-9647 to assist all Marines and their families with any  aspect of the separation process. 14.  Released authorized by Lieutenant General William J. Bowers,  Deputy Commandant for Manpower and Reserve Affairs.//