OIC - Command Master Chief Flashcards
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What is the definition of a transgender member?
A transgender member is anyone who has received a medical diagnosis from a military medical provider that gender transition is medically necessary, including any member who intends to begin transition, is undergoing transition, or has completed transition and is stable in the preferred gender.
When does gender transition begin on a member?
Gender transition begins when a Service member receives a diagnosis from a military medical provider indicating that gender transition is medically necessary.
If a member wishes to change their gender, what must be approved by the unit commander?
A transition plan in concert with their military medical provider.
If a member wishes to change their gender, when are they required to meet applicable military standards for the preferred gender?
Once the gender marker is changed in DEERS, the Service member will be responsible for meeting all applicable military standards of the preferred gender.
If a member wishes to change their gender, when are they required to utilize facilities for the preferred gender?
Once the gender marker is changed in DEERS, the Service member will utilize facilities in the preferred gender.
What is the SCCC?
Service Central Coordination Cell
What is the purpose of the SCCC?
CG-1 established a Service Central Coordination Cell (SCCC) to assist commanders and Service members with the gender transition process.
What must members requesting gender transition prior to 1 October 2016 do?
All units with members requesting transition prior to 1 October 2016 are required to contact the Service Central Coordination Cell (SCCC) to gain initial guidance.
If a member of yours is wishing to transition their gender, where would you direct them?
www.uscg.mil/transgender
Do reserve members wishing to transition their gender have to follow different procedures?
Reserve members shall follow the same policies and standards as active duty members.
Can a member be involuntary separated, discharged, or denied re-enlistment solely based on their gender identity?
Effective immediately, no otherwise qualified Coast Guard member can be involuntarily separated, discharged, or denied re-enlistment or continuation of service, solely on the basis of their gender identify.
What does it mean to be a transgender Service member?
For DoD and CG policy purposes, a transgender Service member is one who has received a medical diagnosis that gender transition is medically necessary
When medical diagnosis is determined to be necessary, what are some examples of transgender members?
A member that intends to begin transition;
A member that is undergoing transition; and
A member that has completed transition and is stable in their preferred gender.
What is the Hatch Act?
A piece of legislation that limits certain activities of employees of the executive branch, and as members of the Coast Guard workforce, it applies to all of us.
When does the Blended Retirement System go into effect?
January 1, 2018
Who will remain under the legacy retirement plan?
Anyone who joined the service in CY 2005 or earlier.
Who is grandfathered under the legacy retirement plan but has the option to switch to the Blended Retirement System?
Anyone who joined the service between CY 2006 and CY 2017.
Who is automatically enrolled in the Blended Retirement System?
Anyone who joined the service in CY 2018 and beyond.
What reserve components have the option to switch to the Blended Retirement System?
Anyone with less than 4,320 points as of December 31, 2017.
What reserve components will remain under the legacy retirement plan?
Anyone with 4,320 points or more as of December 31, 2017.
What is the last day that people grandfathered under the legacy retirement plan can opt into the Blended Retirement System?
December 31, 2018
What percent per year does the legacy retirement system pay?
2.5%
What percent per year does the Blended Retirement System pay?
2%
When will the Coast Guard begin automatic contributions to your TSP in the Blended Retirement System?
The CG will automatically contribute an amount equal to 1 percent of your basic pay to your Thrift Saving Plan (TSP) after 60 days of service.