How can I get additional 35 active duty days for Education benefits when on IRR status without having to re-enlist?

2022-04-13T20:46:58-04:00

I need additional 35 active duty days to make total days of 180 days so as to take advantage of the Hazelwood act in texas and save 50% on my cost of tuition. I am currently in the IRR state but honestly do not want to extend my contract.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 13 at 2022 9:42 PM

2022-04-13T21:42:45-04:00

Well, I would say you need to contact your State IRR. But, if that's what your State IRR is saying you're gonna have to do....

Response by SGM Mikel Dawson made Apr 14 at 2022 12:11 AM

2022-04-14T00:11:12-04:00

You want the benefits and don't want to do the service? Don't make me laugh, get out leave the benefits to a more deserving soldier.

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 14 at 2022 2:00 AM

2022-04-14T02:00:47-04:00

Easy answer is re-enlist like everyone else. Nothing is free!

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 14 at 2022 9:08 AM

2022-04-14T09:08:42-04:00

If you're in the IRR now, it stands to reason that you came from the Reserve Component and not Regular Army. The 180 days you need of active duty you need does not include the time you spent in initial entry training when you joined the RC

Response by SFC Dan Thomsen made Apr 14 at 2022 9:53 AM

2022-04-14T09:53:57-04:00

Get on some ADSW order for the state ARNG. Contact the state headquarters and see if there is anything available in neighboring states.

Response by LTC Ray Buenteo made Apr 14 at 2022 10:04 AM

2022-04-14T10:04:10-04:00

They have to be 180 active duty days consecutive not cumulative days. Does not include initial training. Must be Texas resident during initial entry into service.

Response by SSgt Christophe Murphy made Apr 14 at 2022 12:11 PM

2022-04-14T12:11:58-04:00

So you need to look at your options realistically. The only way to switch to AD to get the days you need will require pen to paper for some level of commitment. Talk to leadership and see what they have on the table for you.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 15 at 2022 9:21 AM

2022-04-15T09:21:07-04:00

Some questions here are really retarded...lot of infantry material

Response by CSM Darieus ZaGara made Apr 15 at 2022 11:37 AM

2022-04-15T11:37:18-04:00

That is a lot of time to expect to have it handed over. Bottom line is that policies are drafted for a reason. You know the answer, no need to search further.

Response by LTC Ray Buenteo made May 4 at 2022 9:15 AM

2022-05-04T09:15:25-04:00

Serve at least 181 days active duty (excluding training) and receive an honorable discharge. So get mobilized for 181 days or more for active duty