RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS
IN THE MATTER OF: DOCKET NUMBER: BC-2008-00973
INDEX CODE: 100.00
COUNSEL: NONE
HEARING DESIRED: NO
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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:
His records be corrected to reflect that he elected to participate in the
Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB).
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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:
He elected the Enlisted College Loan Repayment Benefit (ECLRP) which made
him ineligible to receive the MGIB. He was informed that his college loans
are ineligible for ECLRP repayment because they are not federal student
loans. This information is not clearly stated on the CLRP form. He
suffered an injustice due to misinformation. He served honorably for
almost four years, to include a tour in Iraq, with no enlistment incentive.
In support of the application, he submits his enlistment/reenlistment
documents and MGIB enrollment form.
His complete submission, with attachments, is at Exhibit A.
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STATEMENT OF FACTS:
Applicant is currently serving in the Regular Air Force as a Security
Forces member in the grade of airman first class, effective and with a date
of rank of 18 Aug 07.
The remaining relevant facts pertaining to this application, extracted from
the applicant’s military records, are contained in the letter prepared by
the appropriate office of the Air Force at Exhibit C.
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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
HQ AFPC/DPSIT recommends denial. DPSIT states the ECLRP is an enlistment
incentive where the Air Force assists individuals by repaying a portion of
their outstanding federal student loans. ECLRP pays the lesser amount of
one-third or $3,333.33 per year for three years. The maximum repayment
amount is $10,000 less federal income tax. The ECLRP incentive election is
confirmed by a statement included on the AF Form 3008, Supplement to
Enlistment Agreement-United States Air Force.
The MGIB provides benefits for a variety of education and training
programs. All eligible individuals are automatically enrolled in the MGIB
upon entering active duty and given a one-time opportunity to disenroll
should they desire not to participate in the program. Trainees may make an
election to disenroll within two weeks of entering active duty and after
receiving a thorough briefing detailing program benefits.
The period of service used to repay ECLRP benefits cannot be used to
establish entitlement for the MGIB. Individuals wanting to take advantage
of both programs can have loans repaid during the first enlistment and
establish MGIB eligibility during a second enlistment. A statement to this
effect is included on the enlistment contracts of individuals taking
advantage of the ECLRP.
The MGIB briefing includes three statements regarding enrollment in both
ECLRP and MGIB during initial enlistment and establishing MGIB eligibility
during a second enlistment. This information is also in the student
training guide. The applicant elected not to participate in the MGIB.
DPSIT notes the applicant enlisted believing his loans would qualify for
repayment under the ECLRP enlistment incentive. He submitted two
qualifying federal loans and one non-qualifying private loan for repayment
under the ECLRP. Payment requests totaling $2,296.97 were sent to DFAS in
Apr 08.
The complete DSIT evaluation is at Exhibit C.
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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:
A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant on 13 Jun
08 for review and comment within 30 days. As of this date, this office has
received no response (Exhibit D).
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THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT:
1. The applicant has exhausted all remedies provided by existing law or
regulations.
2. The application was timely filed.
3. Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the
existence of an error or injustice. We took notice of the applicant’s
complete submission in judging the merits of the case, however; we agree
with the opinion and recommendation of the Air Force office of primary
responsibility and adopt its rationale as the basis for our conclusion that
the applicant has not been the victim of an error or injustice. Therefore,
in the absence of evidence to the contrary, we find no compelling basis to
recommend granting the relief sought in this application.
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THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:
The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not demonstrate
the existence of material error or injustice; that the application was
denied without a personal appearance; and that the application will only be
reconsidered upon the submission of newly discovered relevant evidence not
considered with this application.
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The following members of the Board considered this application in Executive
Session on 19 Aug 08, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:
Ms. Cathlynn B. Novel, Panel Chair
Ms. Debra K. Walker, Member
Mr. Grover L. Dunn, Member
The following documentary evidence was considered in connection with AFBCMR
Docket Number BC-2008-00973:
Exhibit A. DD Form 149, dated 27 Feb 08, w/atchs.
Exhibit B. Applicant's Master Personnel Records.
Exhibit C. Letter, AFPC/ DPSIT, dated 9 May 08.
Exhibit D. Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 13 Jun 08.
CATHLYNN B. NOVEL
Panel Chair
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