Will I still PCS with the government shutdown pending?

2018-12-21T13:41:48-05:00

I am currently on PCS orders reporting 10 February 2019. My question is if the government shutdown occurs, what will happen? I am not able to start clearing until 28 December and if there are no DOD civilians working, and I cannot clear post, then does this delay my leave which was set to start 12 January?

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 21 at 2018 1:47 PM

2018-12-21T13:47:10-05:00

There will still be people working. We've gone through several shutdowns in the last few years and at no time has everyone just stopped working.

Response by CW4 Guy Butler made Dec 21 at 2018 2:17 PM

2018-12-21T14:17:54-05:00

You’re fine. The Department of Defense is fully funded through 30 September 2019 - that appropriation was signed into law on 28 September 2018.

Response by SFC James Heath made Dec 21 at 2018 2:19 PM

2018-12-21T14:19:56-05:00

You should not be affected. Pack your bags.

Response by CSM Darieus ZaGara made Dec 21 at 2018 2:40 PM

2018-12-21T14:40:41-05:00

Rick up, you are good to go. Thank you for your service.

Response by SGT Jim Ramge, MBA made Dec 21 at 2018 5:17 PM

2018-12-21T17:17:44-05:00

Have some extra cash on your person as a just-in-case... Knowing and being prepared is a being a good NCO! You have orders in-hand, safe travels and thank you for your service!

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 22 at 2018 8:24 AM

2018-12-22T08:24:21-05:00

The shutdown does not include the military.

Response by SFC James Heath made Dec 22 at 2018 12:16 PM

2018-12-22T12:16:50-05:00

All critical elements of the military function regardless of the political climate. Your 1SG can clear you. Like I said before, stop sniveling SGT and pack your bags. Have faith that you can accomplish your mission of moving to a new location. BYE!