Administrative Update to MARADMIN 189/26 Policy on Service Extensions During Involuntary Separation Processing

1.  PURPOSE.  This MARADMIN announces an immediate 
administrative update to reference (a).  Specifically, the removal 
of paragraph 11., Eligibility for Extension.  The authority to 
grant service extensions to Marines undergoing involuntary 
administrative separation processing under the purview of 
reference (a) is rescinded.
2.  BACKGROUND.  Reference (a) established procedures for 
identifying and processing Marines for involuntary separation.  
To ensure efficient administrative throughput, service extensions 
will no longer be used to delay or prolong the administrative 
separation process.
3.  ACTION
3.a.  Effective immediately, command elements shall not submit, 
endorse, or approve requests for extensions of service (to include 
NAVMC Form 10274) for the purpose of allowing administrative 
separation processing under reference (a).
3.b.  Marines currently being processed for involuntary 
administrative separation under reference (a) who reach their 
Expiration of Active Service (EAS) prior to the completion of 
separation proceedings will be separated on their scheduled EAS.
4.  PROACTIVE SUPPORT.  Commanders will continue to support impacted 
Marines during the separation process by advising them of available 
mental health, financial, and separation resources while maintaining 
positive engagement.  
5.  RESOURCES.  Commanders and leaders are reminded that resources 
remain available to support transitioning personnel. Military 
OneSource is accessible 24/7 at 1-800-342-9647 or via 
www.militaryonesource.mil to assist Marines and their families.
6.  This MARADMIN is applicable to the Marine Corps Total Force.  
7.  Release authorized by Lieutenant General William J. Bowers, 
Deputy Commandant for Manpower and Reserve Affairs.