MARADMIN 436/03 - National Call to Service

Scope

MARADMIN 436/03 announced the National Call to Service program, providing an alternate enlistment option with shorter active duty terms in exchange for incentive packages including educational benefits and bonuses. The program implemented the 2003 National Defense Authorization Act provisions for the National Call to Service initiative.

Audience

• Marine recruiters. Brief candidates on the National Call to Service option.
• Marines enlisted under the National Call to Service. Apply the contract terms to current service.

Connection to Marine Corps doctrine

• 2003 National Defense Authorization Act. Establishing legislation for the National Call to Service.

Status

Released 2003-10. Originator CMC Washington DC. Historical reference. The National Call to Service program ended for new enlistments per subsequent statutory changes. Use this entry for historical context on Marines who served under the original program.