All Officers Commissioned Regular Navy
Story Number: NNS050314-11
Release Date: 3/14/2005 3:40:00 PM (Captain's Call Kit - Important Navy information prepared in an easy to distribute format.)
By Lt. Kyle Raines, Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs
WASHINGTON (NNS) -- All officers commissioned to the active duty list in the Navy will be given regular appointments regardless of commissioning source beginning May 1; this change is directed for all services by the National Defense Authorization Act of 2005.
“This furthers the Navy’s efforts to create one aligned and integrated force for the 21st century under our Human Capital Strategy,” said Vice Adm. Gerry Hoewing, Chief of Naval Personnel. “We are seeking ways to reduce barriers, eliminate unnecessary or duplicated processes and create a more efficient Navy; there is no reason to have these designations.”
Reserve commissioned officers currently on the active-duty list will transition to regular officer status no later than May 1, 2006, as long as they meet the necessary requirements set forth in Officer Appointments law 10 U.S.C. § 532. The officers’ rights and obligations under their original contract remains unchanged, and their oath of office remains in effect.
This change in law will also eliminate the need for future augmentation selection boards. Redesignation boards for officers seeking to change competitive categories will continue to be held.
