AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00572
AFBCMR BC-2003-00572 INDEX CODE: 121.03 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: Having carefully reviewed this application, we agree with the recommendation of the Air Force and adopt the rationale expressed as the basis for our decision that the applicant has been the victim of either an error or an injustice. Therefore, under the authority delegated in AFI 36-2603, the applicant's records will be corrected as set forth in the accompanying Memorandum for the...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00575
Psychological testing reported to be consistent with personality disorder. The BCMR Medical Consultant agrees that there is an absence of evidence to support a diagnosis of personality disorder beyond the results of the psychological testing and mental health interview in Apr 95. The complete evaluation is at Exhibit E. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: Copies of the Air Force evaluations were forwarded to the...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00576
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-00576 INDEX CODE: 126.04 XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX COUNSEL: None XXXXXXXXXXXXXX HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: The nonjudicial punishment imposed on him on 2 July 2002 under Article 15, Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ), be set aside; and, his grade of technical sergeant and his line number and...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00578
Therefore, under the authority delegated in AFI 36-2603, the applicant's records will be corrected as set forth in the accompanying Memorandum for the Chief of Staff signed by the Executive Director or his designee. Members of the Board Mr. Richard A. Peterson, Mr. Gregory A. Parker, and Mr. Christopher Carey considered this application on June 10, 2003. RICHARD A. PETERSON Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, HQ ARPC/DPA, dtd March 6, 2003, with attachment AFBCMR BC-2003-00578 INDEX CODE:...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00580
INDEX CODE: 135.02 AFBCMR 03-00580 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: Having carefully reviewed this application, we agree with the recommendation of the Air Force office of primary responsibility and adopt the rationale expressed as the basis for our decision that the applicant has been the victim of either an error or an injustice. Therefore, under the authority delegated in AFI 36-2603, the applicant's records will be corrected as set forth in the...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00581
ROBERT S. BOYD Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, AFPC/DPPTR, dtd 19 Mar 03 AFBCMR BC-2003-00581 INDEX CODE: 137.00 MEMORANDUM FOR THE CHIEF OF STAFF Having received and considered the recommendation of the Air Force Board for Correction of Military Records and under the authority of Section 1552, Title 10, United States Code (70A Stat 116), it is directed that: The pertinent military records of the Department of the Air Force relating to APPLICANT, SSN, be corrected to show that: a. On May 31,...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00583
Data extracted from documents provided by the applicant indicates that he enlisted in the Regular Air Force on 6 Jan 51 and was discharged on 3 Mar 53 with a general discharge. Based on the directives in effect at the time of his discharge, DPPRS believes the discharge was within the discretion of the discharge authority. As of this date, this office has received no response.
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00584
A complete copy of the evaluation is attached at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The applicant states that in accordance with AFI 36-2501, paragraph 6.3.3, the AFBCMR may grant SSBs when they determine an officer’s nonselection for promotion resulted because of an error or injustice in the officer’s record. His officer record with a significant error in the listing of decorations on the OSB...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00586
Pursuant to the Board's request, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Washington, D.C., provided an investigative report, which confirms the applicant’s admitted two DUI incidents and is attached at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: HQ AFPC/DPPRS believes the discharge was consistent with the procedural and substantive requirements of the discharge regulation and within the discretion of the discharge authority. ...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00588
The DPPRS evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: Copies of the Air Force evaluation and the FBI report were forwarded to the applicant on 21 March 2003 and 21 April 2003 for review and comment (Exhibits D and G). Exhibit B. Exhibit F. FBI Record MD0SI0100, dated 8 Apr 03.
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00589
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-00589 INDEX CODE: 107.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: He be awarded the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal for Operation JUST CAUSE, Panama. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPPPR states that the applicant’s Individual Flight...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00594
The applicant’s squadron commander recommended to the air base group commander on 28 May 87 that the applicant be discharged from the Air Force for minor disciplinary infractions with a general discharge. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPPRS recommends denial of the applicant’s request. He provided no other facts warranting an upgrade of the discharge.
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00596
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-00596 INDEX CODE: 110.02 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO ___________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His undesirable discharge be upgraded to honorable. His sentence consisted of reduction to the grade of airman basic (AB/E-1), 30 days of confinement at hard labor and forfeiture of $30. On 8 Sep 59, the Air Force Discharge...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00598
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-00598 INDEX CODE: 110.00, 112.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His reenlistment eligibility (RE) code be changed from 2J to 2B and his general (under honorable conditions) discharge be upgraded to honorable. The applicant, while serving in the grade of airman, was separated from the...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00599
The applicant departed for the European Theater of Operations (ETO) on 9 October 1944. DPPPR states that the Purple Heart Review Board recommended disapproval because frostbite is not a qualifying condition for award of the Purple Heart Medal, and the applicant did not provide any documentation showing he was wounded or injured as a direct result of enemy action. The DPPPR evaluation, with attachments, is at Exhibit...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00600
After consulting with military counsel, on 14 Jan 00, the applicant requested that he be discharged from the Air Force in lieu of trial by court-martial. Applicant did not have 20 years of service at the time of his discharge. While it is regrettable that his Air Force career, given the length and character of his service, came to such an inglorious end, we do not find sufficient evidence that the actions of his chain of command to approve his discharge in lieu of court-martial were in...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00601
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-00601 INDEX CODE: 131.00, 131.01 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: It appears the applicant is requesting revised Promotion Recommendation Forms (PRFs) for the CY01A (P0401A) and CY02B (P0402B) Central Major Selection Boards. Her CY02B PRF was written by the same squadron commander who...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00603
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-00603 INDEX CODE: COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His date of rank (DOR) to first lieutenant be adjusted from 4 July 2002 to 4 April 2001. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPAMF2 states that the applicant completed his Master’s...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00604
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-00604 INDEX NUMBER: 131.05 XXXXXXXXXXX COUNSEL: None XXX-XX-XXXX HEARING DESIRED: No _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His date of rank (DOR) as a staff sergeant (SSgt) (E-5) in the Air Force be established as 1 Apr 96, the date he was promoted to E-5 during his previous service in the Marine Corps. He enlisted in the...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00606
Therefore, under the authority delegated in AFI 36-2603, the applicant's records will be corrected as set forth in the accompanying Memorandum for the Chief of Staff signed by the Executive Director or his designee. Members of the Board Mr. Richard A. Peterson, Ms. Rita J. Maldonado, and Mr. Laurence M. Groner considered this application on 27 March 2003. RICHARD A. PETERSON Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, HQ AFPC/DPPPOO, dtd 14 Mar 03, with attachment AFBCMR 03-00606 INDEX CODE:...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00609
AFBCMR 03-00609 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: Having carefully reviewed this application, we agree with the recommendation of the Air Force office of primary responsibility and adopt the rationale expressed as the basis for our decision that the applicant has been the victim of either an error or an injustice. Therefore, under the authority delegated in AFI 36-2603, the applicant's records will be corrected as set forth in the accompanying Memorandum...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00610
AFBCMR 03-00610 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: Having carefully reviewed this application, we agree with the recommendation of the Air Staff and adopt the rationale expressed as the basis for our decision that the applicant has been the victim of either an error or an injustice. Therefore, under the authority delegated in AFI 36-2603, the applicant's records will be corrected as set forth in the accompanying Memorandum for the Chief of Staff signed by...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00611
A complete copy of the AFPC/DPAO evaluation is at Exhibit C. AFPC/DPPPO noted that each officer eligible for promotion by the P0502B board received an OPB 90-100 days prior to the central board convening date. Accordingly, we recommend that the applicant’s records be corrected as indicated below, and that he be provided SSB consideration with his corrected record. Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of error or injustice warranting corrective...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00615
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: She changed Reserve status from inactive to active, Category E on 23 September 2002, but she did not receive a notification to update her SGLV 8286 until late November or early December 2002. She received her bill and was charged for September through December 2002 for spouse coverage. _________________________________________________________________ The following members of the Board considered...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00623
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: He has never received an SRB even though he has reenlisted two times, extended once, and served for nearly 10 years. A “Zone B” SRB is a bonus for members having over six but less than 10 years of total active federal military service and whose AFSC has been authorized to receive a bonus. After a thorough review of the evidence of record and the applicant’s submission, we are not persuaded that he...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00624
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: He was trying to find a way to get out of the service to spend time with his grandfather and mother after his grandmother died. The First Sergeant assured the applicant that he would be honorably discharged. The applicant was notified on 12 August 1994 that he was being recommended for discharge under the auspices of Air Force Regulation (AFR) 39-10, Unsatisfactory Performance - Failure to Progress...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00627
Therefore, under the authority delegated in AFI 36-2603, the applicant's records will be corrected as set forth in the accompanying Memorandum for the Chief of Staff signed by the Executive Director or his designee. Members of the Board Mr. Thomas S. Markiewicz, Ms. Carolyn B. Willis, and Mr. Laurence M. Groner considered this application on 24 April 2003. THOMAS S. MARKIEWICZ Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, HQ AFPC/DPPTR, dtd 21 Mar 03, with attachment AFBCMR BC-2003-00627 INDEX CODE:...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00629
On 3 Jun 81, an Evaluation Officer interviewed the applicant and recommended that the applicant be discharged from the Air Force with a general discharge. He chose not to appeal the commander's determination, which prevented a timely look by another commander at the issues he now raises over 22 years later. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not demonstrate the existence of...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00637
INDEX CODE: AFBCMR BC-2003-00637 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Having carefully reviewed this application, we agree with the recommendation of the Air Force office of primary responsibility and adopt the rationale expressed as the basis for our decision that the applicant has been the victim of either an error or an injustice. Therefore, under the authority delegated in AFI 36-2603, the applicant's records will be...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00638
DPW requested the applicant provide a copy of his SGLV 8286A, Family Coverage Election Certificate, declining coverage and any documentation to support his claim. Since the applicant did not provide the additional information requested in order to sufficiently evaluate his claim, it is our opinion that no basis exists to reimburse the premiums withheld. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT: The applicant be notified that the evidence...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00639
_________________________________________________________________ STATEMENT OF FACTS: The applicant entered active duty in the Air Force on 24 Jun 55 and within two weeks developed recurring symptoms of bloody diarrhea and abdominal pain subsequently diagnosed as ulcerative colitis in Jan 56. The applicant developed symptoms of ulcerative colitis while in basic military training and was discharged without compensation for a chronic medical condition that existed prior to service. The...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00640
She enlisted in the Regular Air Force on 21 January 1985 and was released from active duty on 5 April 1988 and transferred to the Reserves of the Air Force on 6 April 1988 and discharged on 3 February 1999. The evaluation, with attachments, is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: On 30 May 2003, a copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant for review and response within 30 days. The...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00641
He states that the contract was obviously valid enough to keep him overseas, as he has almost completed his extension year. Sufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of error or injustice. After reviewing the complete evidence of record, the Board was persuaded that the applicant signed the form to extend his overseas tour with the belief that he would receive 30 days of nonchargeable leave.
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00642
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-00642 INDEX NUMBER: 121.00 XXXXXXXXXXXXX COUNSEL: None XXX-XX-XXXX HEARING DESIRED: No _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His retirement date be changed from 1 Feb 03 to 1 May 03 in order to use the 68 days of leave he had accrued. The complete evaluation is at Exhibit C. AFPC/DPPRRP recommends that the applicant be paid...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00643
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-00643 INDEX CODE: 110.00 COUNSEL: NONE HEARING DESIRED: NO _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: Her reason for discharge, Fraudulent Entry into Military Service, be changed to a medical discharge. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The BCMR Medical Consultant states that...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00645
_________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT: He is entitled to the Army of Occupation of Japan Medal for serving in Jama Taichkaw, Japan and the National Defense Service medal for serving in the military from 12 August 1948 through 21 July 1952. Should the applicant secure documentation showing the location and dates of his overseas assisgnment in Japan, the Board would reconsider his application. Exhibit C. Letter, AFPC/DPPPR, dated 20 May 03,...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00646
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER:BC-2003-00646 COUNSEL: None HEARING DESIRED: No ________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: His records be corrected to show he filed a timely election for termination of spouse coverage under the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP). _____________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPPTR reviewed the...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00648
The evaluation is at Exhibit D. AFPC/DPPAE indicated that the applicant’s RE code of “2C” - Involuntarily separated with an honorable discharge, or entry-level separation without characterization of service is correct. The evaluation is at Exhibit E. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The applicant provided a response that is at Exhibit G. _________________________________________________________________ THE BOARD...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00652
If the veteran served in the U.S. Army for his service prior to 1942 through 1946, the Army Board for Correction of Military Records would have to review that portion of the case. Unfortunately, the veteran’s Report of Separation does not support the applicant’s request for award of the Purple Medal, Air Medal, or Distinguished Flying Cross. _________________________________________________________________ The following members of the Board considered Docket Number BC-2003- 00652 in...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00653
RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2003-00653 INDEX CODE: 108.02 COUNSEL: Mr. Roy R. Levin HEARING DESIRED: YES _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT: Her discharge for misconduct be changed to reflect that she was medically retired. However, discharge action under that provision is not appropriate if a member's record supports discharge for another reason, such as...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00654
_________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPPTR, recommends the application be denied and states, in part, that the disability operations branch notifies a member’s immediate next-of-kin (NOK) in order to act on the member’s behalf, if the retiring member is determined to be incompetent for pay and records. A complete copy of the evaluation is at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00657
Agreements received after this date would be effective the date they were signed. While it appears that the applicant may have been given correct information about his eligibility for incentive special pay at the time he contacted the Medical Special Pays Branch, the Board is not convinced that the dissemination of information about the newly implemented Stop-Loss Incentive Special Pay (ISP) program via a web page was sufficient to make the applicant aware of the requirements for him to...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00661
Members of the Board Mr. Albert F. Lowas, Jr., Mr. Robert H. Altman, and Ms. Jean A. Reynolds, considered this application on 17 April 2003. ALBERT F. LOWAS, JR. Panel Chair Attachment: Ltr, ARPC/SG, dtd 21 Mar 03 AFBCMR BC-2003-00661 MEMORANDUM FOR THE CHIEF OF STAFF Under the authority of Section 1552, Title 10, United States Code, Air Force Instruction 36-2603, and having assured compliance with the provisions of the above regulation, the decision of the Air Force Board for Correction of...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00663
AFBCMR 03-00663 INDEX CODE: 112.07 MEMORANDUM OF CONSIDERATION OF APPLICATION BEFORE THE AFBCMR SUBJECT: Having carefully reviewed this application, we agree with the recommendation of the Air Force and adopt the rationale expressed as the basis for our decision that the applicant has been the victim of either an error or an injustice. Therefore, under the authority delegated in AFI 36-2603, the applicant's records will be corrected as set forth in the accompanying Memorandum for the Chief...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00665
On 5 June 2001, Public Law 107-14 established the FSGLI program that was implemented on 1 November 2001, making it possible for servicemembers to provide up to $100,000 coverage for their spouse and $10,000 coverage for their dependent children through the Office of Servicemembers’ Group Life Insurance. The applicant married an active duty member of the Army on 2 August 2001. _________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: AFPC/DPW recommends the...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00668
_________________________________________________________________ AIR FORCE EVALUATION: HQ AFPC/DPPPR notes the squadron commander did not request a change of the closeout date of the decoration until 9 Jul 01, and the applicant applied for supplemental promotion consideration on 27 Aug 01, after the closeout date was changed. A complete copy of the evaluation is at Exhibit B. HQ AFPC/DPPPWB asserts there is no conclusive evidence the amended/resubmitted decoration was placed into official...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00670
He did not elect coverage for his former wife during the 72-74, 81-82 or 92-93 open enrollments and she died 29 November 1997. The amount of the buy-in was based upon the earliest date the member was eligible to elect coverage, but did not. A complete copy of the evaluation is attached at Exhibit C. _________________________________________________________________ APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION: The applicant states that he did receive an Afterburner or enrollment packet with...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00671
ARPC/DPS has no record that the member declined coverage at that time. Months later, she received a letter notifying her of this debt to SGLI. _________________________________________________________________ The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket Number BC- 2003-00671 in Executive Session on 25 July 2003, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603: Mr. Joseph G. Diamond, Panel Chair Mr. Jackson A. Hauslein, Jr., Member Mr. Edward H. Parker, Member The following documentary...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00673
He has not stated or provided evidence that he was injured as a direct result of enemy action. _________________________________________________________________ RECOMMENDATON OF THE BOARD: A majority of the Board finds insufficient evidence of error or injustice and recommends the application be denied. JOE G. LINEBERGER Director Air Force Review Boards Agency MEMORANDUM FOR THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS (AFBCMR) SUBJECT: APPLICANT, DOCKET NO:...
AF | BCMR | CY2003 | BC-2003-00674
(b) On 10 August 1986, received a Letter of Counseling (LOC) for failure to call his duty section as directed. On 18 December 1987, the Air Force Discharge Review Board (AFDRB) approved applicant's request for upgrade of his discharge to honorable; however, his request for a change of RE code was denied. Exhibit F. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 30 May 03.