Current Military retirement requires potential recall. With new plan, what is the end product?

Maj Chris Nelson — Sat, 05 Dec 2015 19:17:44 -0500

So, we all know (or should know), that a 20 year retirement is akin to receiving a "retainer fee". We are subject to recall at the nation's request. With the re-structuring of the retirement program to become less "cliff-vested" and offer some type of retirement at earlier time frame.... is there any type of obligation to anyone receiving these funds to return to service in time of need? is there a greater pay-off at 20+ years that obligates THEM to some type of recall (at the nation's request)? I JUST had this thought hit me! What is your take?

Response by Sgt Aaron Kennedy, MS made Dec 5 at 2015 7:20 PM

Sgt Aaron Kennedy, MS — Sat, 05 Dec 2015 19:20:42 -0500

There's greater pay-ins (in theory) during service via Bonuses, and 401k style Matching, which in theory creates a similar obligation.

Response by COL Vincent Stoneking made Dec 5 at 2015 7:29 PM

COL Vincent Stoneking — Sat, 05 Dec 2015 19:29:38 -0500

As long as there is a defined benefit component, I expect it will continue to be a "retainer" rather than a true "retirement", and you (we) will remain subject to recall. I have seen nothing that would indicate that they are considering changing that, though it would be an interesting idea.

Response by SFC A.M. Drake made Dec 5 at 2015 8:34 PM

SFC A.M. Drake — Sat, 05 Dec 2015 20:34:26 -0500

In any agreement The "House" always win! So you can better your retirement dollars on the recall option will always be there.

Response by MSgt Curtis Ellis made Dec 6 at 2015 2:59 AM

MSgt Curtis Ellis — Sun, 06 Dec 2015 02:59:17 -0500

Maj Chris Nelson Good question...

Response by SSG Waldo Yamada made Jun 23 at 2018 11:47 AM

SSG Waldo Yamada — Sat, 23 Jun 2018 11:47:16 -0400

Just to entertain. The Space Force got me chimed in on the news. Well I don’t have much physical profile but I got 4 books for my medboard for psych evaluation. Wish I’d get recalled in. Yet, I signed the line to accept retirement right when I found out I could’ve just served in garrison. I’d say back back and gimme 50 feet. And gimme some spaace duuuu!