Posted on Jan 19, 2017
I'm getting Med Boarded and going on terminal leave soon. Do I still collect BAH while on leave?
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Housing said they can't collect BAH while on terminal leave so I have to move out. I'm a little confused.
Posted 8 y ago
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Posted 8 y ago
Not only is one form of leave functionally no different than another, but you're not separated. If you're entitled to BAH, you remain entitled to BAH until your date of separation. I'd go back and address this with the manager, and if they're going to continue that BS, I'd go to your commander or first sergeant.
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Edited 8 y ago
Posted 8 y ago
Technically true, though they've got the reasoning backwards. Once you move out, HOUSING is no longer able to get your BAH. Local policies will dictate whether you can stay in housing on transition leave, though I haven't seen one where you're required - not asked - to leave. Thing is... as soon as you leave, they'll clean the house and re-rent to someone with more longevity... a business decision on their end.
YOU, on the other hand, will continue to receive BAH through the end of your transition leave, regardless of your lodging arrangements. The only question is whether there will be a matching deduction going to privatized housing.
YOU, on the other hand, will continue to receive BAH through the end of your transition leave, regardless of your lodging arrangements. The only question is whether there will be a matching deduction going to privatized housing.
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