Stop-Loss and Mobilization Hold

Stop-Loss Authority

Per 10 USC 1230510 USC 12305 and MCRAMM Chapter 10, stop-loss authority allows the Secretary of Defense or Service Secretary to suspend specific separations during national emergencies.

Stop-Loss Trigger

Specific authority invoked.

• Declared national emergency
• Specific operational requirement
• Specific MOSs or specialties affected

Stop-Loss Effect

Members otherwise eligible for separation does not separate.

• Specific MOS-based application typically
• Specific time periods
• Specific waivers might apply

Historical Stop-Loss

Stop-loss has been invoked during specific operations.

• Operation Iraqi Freedom (specific MOSs)
• Operation Enduring Freedom (specific MOSs)
• Specific other operations

Stop-Loss Application

When stop-loss is in effect.

MOS-Specific Application

• Specific MOSs identified
• Members in those MOSs subject to stop-loss
• Members in other MOSs typically not affected

Discharge Date Effects

For members affected.

• Originally scheduled discharge date suspended
• Member continues service past obligation
• Specific extension period
• Member's discharge date shifted

Specific Waivers

Some stop-loss provisions include waivers.

• Specific medical conditions
• Specific family hardship
• Specific other circumstances
• Coordinate with HQMC for waivers

Stop-Loss Pay Considerations

Continued Active Duty Pay

For mobilized members under stop-loss.

• Continued active duty pay
• Continued BAH and BAS
• Continued specific pays
• Specific stop-loss pay possible historically

Stop-Loss Compensation

Per specific historical provisions.

• $500 per month for some stop-loss periods
• Specific to specific stop-loss programs
• Per current authority

Mobilization Hold

Different from stop-loss. Per MCRAMM Chapter 10.

Mobilization Hold Trigger

For specific individual situations.

• Operational requirement for specific member
• Member's specific skills critical
• Specific mission requirements

Mobilization Hold Effect

Member's mobilization extended.

• Beyond originally scheduled demobilization
• Specific authority required
• Specific extension period

Member Notification

Member notified of mobilization hold.

• Specific reasons for hold
• Specific timeline
• Specific procedures

Performance Steps for Stop-Loss/Mobilization Hold

When stop-loss or mob hold affects local members.

Step 1 - Verify Application

Determine if specific member affected.

• MOS verification for stop-loss
• Specific situation for mobilization hold
• Coordinate with HQMC

Step 2 - Member Notification

If member affected.

• Specific notification of stop-loss or hold
• Specific reasons
• Specific timeline
• Member's options if any

Step 3 - Coordinate with PAC

For pay implications.

• Continued active duty pay if mobilized
• Specific stop-loss pay if applicable
• Specific procedures

Step 4 - Update Records

Per IRAM.

• Stop-loss extension documented
• New discharge date if applicable
• Specific service documentation

Step 5 - Coordinate End of Stop-Loss

When authority ends.

• Member's original discharge date might resume
• Specific procedures per situation
• Continue normal processing

Common Stop-Loss/Mob Hold Issues

Member Confusion About Application

Member unclear if stop-loss applies.

• Verify MOS against current stop-loss list
• Specific procedures for clarification
• Brief member clearly

Member's Plans Disrupted

Stop-loss disrupts member's transition plans.

• Civilian career affected
• Family plans affected
• Coordinate support for member

Stop-Loss Pay Issues

Specific stop-loss pay not processing.

• Coordinate with PAC
• Verify specific authorization
• Process per current provisions

Mobilization Hold Disagreement

Member disagrees with mobilization hold.

• Specific procedures for member concerns
• Coordinate with command
• Specific options per situation

Stop-Loss and USERRA

Members under stop-loss have USERRA protections.

Continued USERRA Coverage

• Member's civilian job protected
• Specific USERRA provisions during stop-loss
• Coordinate employer notification

Specific Stop-Loss Notification

For employer.

• Specific stop-loss documentation
• Updated discharge date
• Specific timeline

Documentation Required

For stop-loss/mob hold processing.

• Specific authority documentation
• Member notification
• Updated discharge date documentation
• Specific pay processing documentation
• USERRA documentation if applicable

Coordination Touchpoints

Stop-loss and mob hold processing touch.

• HQMC: For policy and authority
• MARFORRES: For specific Reserve coordination
• PAC: For pay processing
• Member's civilian employer: For USERRA coordination
• Member's family: For specific support

Quality Control on Stop-Loss/Mob Hold

Common errors.

1. Stop-loss application not verified. Member's MOS not confirmed against list.
2. Member not properly notified. Specific notification requirements not met.
3. Specific stop-loss pay missed. Authorized pay not processing.
4. USERRA documentation gaps. Specific stop-loss notice not provided to employer.

Related Roles

Stop-loss and mob hold affect specific members during specific operations.

• Marines affected understand application and procedures.
• Leaders support affected members.
• Commanders at I&I coordinate stop-loss/mob hold processing.