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CHAPTER 13-18

CHAPTER SEVEN

THE NAVAL SEA CADET CORPS OFFICER

Section 1: The NSCC Officer Corps

0710 - General

0710.1 The NSCC officer corps is composed of dedicated men and women, civilian and military, who are interested in the education and training of American youth, and in furthering the goals and objectives of the NSCC/NLCC. All are volunteers, receiving no pay or allowances.

0711 - Rank Structure

0711.1 Rank structure of the officer corps generally parallels that of the Navy except that there is no rank in NSCC above the rank of LCDR. NSCC officer ranks are: WO, ENS, LTJG, LT, and LCDR. While not officers, midshipmen are, for administrative purposes, considered to serve in the NSCC officer corps.

0711.2 The initial rank of an officer applicant will be recommended by the unit commanding officer (NSCC Committee Chairman when nominating a prospective unit commanding officer). Only the Executive Director, acting for the National Chairman, may approve and authorize the initial rank to which the applicant will be appointed. Initial appointments in the grade of LCDR are not normally made.

0711.3 Initial appointment in the grade of Warrant Officer (WO) is limited to those individuals who attained the rate of E-6 or above while on active duty or as a reservist, and are over age 35, and who wish to instruct in a technical skill, or perform a single function with the unit. Those so appointed will normally remain in the grade of WO throughout their affiliation with the program. A Warrant Officer may request reappointment as a LTJG after serving successfully in grade for one (1) year or longer, with the concurrence of the unit commanding officer.

Section 2: Military Personnel

0720 - NSCC Officer Appointment

0720.1 Military personnel (active duty, reserve or retired) affiliating with a unit (including Navy personnel) must apply for NSCC officer or instructor appointment regardless of present or past military status.

0721 - Correlation of Rank

0721.1 There is no correlation between rank in the military and rank in the NSCC. Initial appointment in the NSCC may not, therefore, be in the equivalent rank held in the military. In no case will an individual be appointed in a rank above LCDR (See Paragraph 0711.1).

Section 3: Criteria for NSCC Officer/Midshipman Appointment

0730 - Citizenship

0730.1 NSCC officers and midshipmen must be United States citizens or resident aliens. (See Paragraph 0511.1)

0731 - Age

0731.1 NSCC officers must be at least 21 and normally not more than 55 years of age. The age limitation for applicants over age 55 may be waived by the Executive Director when requested by the commanding officer and/or NSCC Committee Chairman.

0731.2 Midshipmen must be at least age 18 and not yet have reached age 21.

0732 - Moral Character

0732.1 NSCC officers and midshipmen must possess high moral standards, adhere to high ethical standards of behavior, be citizens in good standing in the community, and be free of felony conviction. Felony conviction after appointment will normally be cause for revocation of appointment.

0732.2 Officers, instructors and midshipmen must respect the dignity and rights of the individual and provide an environment which is free from all forms of abuse. Any behavior on the part of personnel which de-emphasizes the value of the individual or which otherwise may produce negative results, constitutes oppression, mistreatment, sexual harassment and cruelty, will not be tolerated.

0733 - Physical/Weight Standards

0733.1 NSCC officer/midshipman applicants must undergo a physical examination to ensure that they are physically able to perform the duties and to meet the physical demands of the billets they are to fill. They are not expected to meet physical requirements for entry into the Navy. Examination results will be recorded on NSCC Medical Forms 5A & 5B and forwarded to National Headquarters with their applications for NSCC officer appointment. Members of the armed forces, active duty and reserve, may submit a copy of their last physical examination (DD Medical Forms 88 & 93), provided it was completed within the last five years if under age 50, and within the past two years if above the age of 50.

0733.2 NSCC officers, midshipmen and enrolled instructors have been granted the privilege of wearing the naval officers' uniform, appropriately moditied by NSCC insignia, in recognition of their role in furthering the goals of the U.S. Navy in training American youth. It is incumbent upon each to wear the uniform with pride, dignity and respect, presenting a sharp, neat military appearance that reflects credit upon the Naval Sea Cadet Corps and the Navy at all times. A key element in this regard is weight control. For this reason, among others, NSCC has established weight standards for officers, midshipmen and uniformed instructors similar to those established by the U.S. Navy and Coast Guard.

While paralleling Navy and Coast Guard standards, NSCC weight criteria are less stringent. This accommodates the fact that NSCC adult leaders are volunteers from all walks of life, ranging in age from 21 to well over 55 years old. These volunteers, as a group, may not, nor are they expected to, meet the rigid medical and physical requirements prescribed for active duty and reserve personnel. NSCC weight standards will, however, accommodate the vast majority of adult leaders while maintaining desired standards of military appearance. Accordingly, officers, midshipmen and uniformed instructors will conform to the weight standards shown below:
 

• a. Individuals requesting an officer, midshipman, or uniformed \ instructor appointment in the Naval Sea Cadet Corps must meet the above weight standards and present a sharp, neat military appearance. Commanding Officers may request a waiver for initial appointment for exceptionally well qualified people by submitting a recommendation to the Executive Director with a full length side view photograph and justification for the waiver. (Waivers will be considered on a case by case basis under exceptional circumstances).

  b. Individuals requesting an officer, midshipman, or uniformed instructor appointment who are unable to meet NSCC weight standards may be enrolled as a non-uniformed instructor.

  c. A sharp, neat military appearance will be a factor considered by future promotion boards. Service records must have a current full length photo or one must be submitted with the promotion recommendation.

  d. Commanding Ofticers who currently do not meet NSCC weight standards and who are performing satisfactorily, will be retained. Any other officer unable to meet weight standards will require a waiver before being considered for assignment to command. Waivers will be submitted via the chain of command with an endorsement by the sponsoring organization if applicable.

  e. Regional Directors and Unit Commanding Officers are responsible for recommending officers, midshipmen and instructors under their command, or requesting assignment to their command, for waiver of weight standards. Waiver requests will include a full length side view photograph and a written statement detailing performance, contributions to the program and future potential of the person for whom the waiver is requested. Endorsements will comment on these factors. All requests will be submitted to the NSCC Executive Director.

0734 - Educational/Professional Qualifications

0734.1 Applicants should have educational and professional qualifications which enable them to contribute to the achievement of NSCC goals and objectives in the training and education of American youth. While no particular qualifications are specified, applicants with nautical skills are desired.

0734.2 Applicants for midshipman appointment may be former Naval Sea Cadets (NSCC E-3, or above), NJROTC cadets, NROTC midshipmen, or other individuals having qualifications which would be of benefit to the NSCC.

Section 4: NSCC Officer/Midshipman Study Guide

0740 - General

0740.1 The NSCC Officer/Midshipman Study Guide is designed to provide officer/midshipman applicants with a working knowledge of NSCC Regulations and the NSCC Information/Action Letters which modify or supplement the Regulations. Applicants must successfully complete the study guide before processing of individual application for appointment will be commenced by National Headquarters.

0740.2 A grade of 3.2, or better, is required for satisfactory completion of the study guide. Applicants will be notified of results on a "PASS/FAIL" basis. Applicants failing to attain a passing mark will be required to resubmit.

Section 5: Screening of Applicants

0750 - General

0750.1 The importance of screening applicants cannot be overstated. While the basic responsibility for doing so rests with both the commanding officer and the NSCC Committee Chairman, each adult leader must be alert to detect behavior traits which might indicate that the individual concerned is not suited for contact with youth in the NSCC training situation.

0751 - Screening Procedures

0751.1 Measures to be taken in screening applicants are:

• a. Interviews are to be conducted separately by the commanding officer and by the NSCC Committee Chairman. Subjects to be covered include: Education, marital status, employment and job history, drinking habits, previous affiliations with other youth groups, and reasons for wishing to affiliate with the NSCC.

  b. Each reference listed on the applicant's NSCC Officer Application (NSC-3) must be contacted, using the NSCC Referral Questionnaire (NSC-3A). Responses are to be kept confidential and marked "for official use only".

  c. Local, state and federal law enforcement agencies will normally provide "record of conviction" information, provided requirements of the Privacy Act are observed. Responsibility for contacting one or more of these agencies to obtain background information rests with the unit commanding officer since procedures vary from one location to another. Agencies will be contacted and arrangements made, where possible, to obtain this information.

  d. All applicants who state they had prior military service shall submit a copy of their DD-214 (Record of separation/discharge from the armed forces) with the NSCC Officer Application (NSC-3).

0751.2 Should unfavorable information become available after the applicant has been appointed to officer status, the probationary appointment program provides the means through which the individual's appointment may be terminated (See Paragraph 0761.3).

Section 6: Officer/Midshipman Appointments

0760 - General

0760.1 Appointment as an officer or midshipman in the NSCC can be effected only by the Executive Director acting for the National Chairman. No commanding officer/NSCC Committee Chairman/Council President, or any other person can appoint any individual as a NSCC officer or midshipman on any basis (acting, temporary, etc).

0761 - Probationary Appointments

0761.1 Applicants, regardless of source or qualifications, will be appointed in a probationary status for one year. The purpose of the probationary status is to provide a period of time during which the motivation, suitability and performance of each person entering the NSCC program as an adult leader can be assessed. Only those officers/midshipmen who can be expected to make meaningful contributions to the NSCC program will receive permanent appointments as officers/midshipmen. The purpose of the probationary appointment program is to upgrade the quality and competence of the officer corps. Officers shall be fully advised of their probationary status and NSCC termination policy.

0761.2 Officers/midshipmen in a probationary status may wear the NSCC uniform, be assigned to a billet, and may be fully integrated into unit operations without reservation or restriction. Probationary status will be indicated by a "(T)" after NSCC in the individual's's name/title (NSCC (T)).

0761.3 Probationary appointments will be terminated when:

• a. The individual has completed one year of satisfactory service in a probationary status and has been recommended for permanent appointment by the commanding officer/NSCC Committee Chairman.

  b. The commanding officer/NSCC Committee Chairman is of opinion that the individual concerned does not display the inclination, motivation, appearance or attributes desired in a NSCC adult leader. Commanding Officer or NSCC Committee Chairmen may submit a recommendation for termination of probationary appointment at any time during the probationary period. The recommendation will be by letter to National Headquarters with a copy to the individual concerned. Notification of termination of probationary appointment will be made by National Headquarters to the individual concerned by letter via the commanding officer. The provisions of Paragraph 0932.2 regarding revocation of appointment do not apply to termination of probationary appointments.

  c. There is cause as determined by the Executive Director.

0762 - Permanent Appointments

0762.1 Permanent NSCC officer/midshipman appointments will be issued to individuals who:

• a. Have completed one year in a probationary status, and

  b. Are recommended for permanent appointment by their commanding officer/NSCC Committee Chairman. Recommendations for permanent appointment will be made by letter to the Executive Director.

0763 - Applications for Appointment

0763.1 Officer/midshipman applications will be submitted to National Headquarters via the commanding officer and the NSCC Committee Chairman. The NSCC Officer/Midshipman Application Form (NSC-3) will be used.

0763.2 The following documents will be enclosed with the application:

• a. NSCC Privacy Act Statement (NSC-3B), Medical History and Officer Application Information

  b. NSCC Medical Forms 5A & 5B, or DOD medical forms.

  c. Answer booklet to NSCC Officer/Midshipman Study Guide.

  d. Registration (NSC-21) with enrollment fees.

  e. Copy of DD-214 for all prior military service personnel.

  f. Full length photograph.

0764 - Processing of Applications

0764.1 National Headquarters personnel will review each application and supporting documents for completeness, and will grade the study guide. Incomplete documents will be returned to the unit for corrective action. Individuals failing to satisfactorily complete the study guide will be required to resubmit.

0764.2 When documentation is complete, the Executive Director will issue a probationary appointment, to be followed by issuance
of a permanent appointment when the requirements of Paragraph 0762.1 have been met.

Section 7: Appointment of NSCC Midshipmen to Officer Status

0770 - General

0770.1 Midshipmen may be appointed to officer status in the rank of Ensign upon reaching age 21. Only midshipmen exhibiting the qualities of leadership, military bearing and the high standards of performance desired in members of the NSCC officer corps will be so appointed.

0770.2 Appointment of midshipmen to officer status in the grade of Ensign are original appointments and, as such, selection board action is not required.

0770.3 Commanding officers will forward recommendations for officer appointment to the Executive Director via the NSCC Committee Chairman. An updated NSCC Officer Application Form (NSC-3) will be enclosed. Upon receipt, the Executive Director will issue a permanent appointment to Ensign.

Section 8: Optional Orientation Appointments

0780 - General

0780.1 In keeping with the need to carefully screen officer applicants, unit commanding officers have the option of appointing applicants as an instructor for a period not to exceed one year. This will allow for a period of evaluation, training and determination of suitability of the individual to supervise and train young people.

0780.2 Those considered qualified for appointment as a NSCC officer will be processed for appointment under the provisions of Sub-Section 0761 - Probationary Appointments.

Section 9: Seniority

0790 - General

0790.1 Seniority among officers and midshipmen will be based on the length of service in rank, with the officer having the longest period of service in the same rank considered to be senior. When two officers in the same rank have equal amounts of service in rank, the officer with the longest continuous period of service in the officer corps will be senior.

Section 10: Officer Promotion Criteria/Procedures

07100 - Selection Board

07100.1 Selection of officers for promotion to the next higher rank will be by action of a selection board normally convened in December by the National Chairman.

07100.2 Selection boards will be convened at least once each year, and more frequently if in the best interests of the officer corps. Convening dates will be promulgated by the Executive Director.

07100.3 The Executive Director will serve as Recorder of the selection board, and shall prepare the necessary documentation for the board's consideration.

07101 - Selection Criteria

07101.1 Selection for promotion is based on needs of the Corps and individual performance. Each officer recommended for promotion must, in addition to meeting criteria as listed below, be fully deserving of promotion to the next higher rank. If the promotion system is to be credible and meaningful, promotion recommendations must be based on performance, leadership, and contributions to the unit and overall NSCC program, not longevity or friendship. Upon convening the annual selection board, the National Chairman will provide guidance to the board members in the form of a precept which will emphasize those factors deemed most important in the selection process such as effectiveness of unit training, enrollments, etc. In extraordinary circumstances where an officer has been unable to meet the specified criteria in the NSCC Regulations, a waiver may be submitted with the NSCC Officer Promotion / Evaluation Form (NSC-17) giving full justification why the criteria should be waived. The waiver recommendation will then be submitted to the promotion board for consideration. Criteria which must be met to be considered for promotion are:

• All Officers:
   
  • Must be affiliated with a unit or regional staff with satisfactory drill attendance.
  • Have a performance index of not less than 3.5 as computed on the Promotion Recommendation Form (NSC-17).

  For Selection to LTJG

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  • Must have served one year in grade.
  • Must not place unit/staff in excess of allowance for LTJG.
  • Must have completed NSC 101 - Officer Orientation.

  For Selection to LT

  •  
  • Must have served one and one half years in grade as LTJG.
  • Must not place unit/staff in excess of allowance for LT.
  • Must have completed NSC 201 - Program Management.

  For Selection to LCDR

  •  
  • Must have served a minimum of two years in grade as LT.
  • Must not place unit/staff in excess of allowance for LCDR.
  • Must have completed NSC 301 - CO/XO Indoctrination.
  • Must have served as Escort Officer for NSCC/NLCC Recruit Training for a minimum composite of two weeks (14 days) .
  • Officers on a Regional Staff are not eligible for promotion to LCDR.

  Unit Commanding Officers, in addition to the foregoing:

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  • Normally must have served as commanding officer a minimum of one year.
  • Unit must have satisfactory minimum enrollment (15 (minimum) NSCC Cadets and 10 NLCC Cadets)
  • Unit must have received satisfactory grade on the annual inspection (2.5 minimum).
  • Must have completed Officer Courses NSC 101/201/301.

07102 - Accelerated Promotions

07102.1 There are no accelerated (jump) promotions in NSCC.

07103 - Promotion Recommendations

07103.1 Commanding officers will submit promotion recommendations (Promotion Recommendation Form (NSC-17)) for unit officers to the Executive Director with copies to the cognizant Regional Director and Field Representative where assigned. NSCC Committee Chairmen will submit promotion recommendations for unit commanding officers to the Executive Director via the cognizant Regional Director and Field Representative, where assigned, for comment.

07104 - Selection Board Action

07104.1 Only those officers meeting prescribed criteria will be considered for promotion by the Selection Board. When Selection Board action has been approved by the National Chairman the Executive Director will publish the promotion list and issue promotion letters.

Section 11 - Officer/Midshipman Performance Evaluation

07110 - General

07110.1 Written evaluation of officer/midshipman performance will be made annually on 31 March and upon detachment from a unit or regional staff. The evaluation format is designed for use as a counseling tool and to provide a performance history for promotion purposes. Promotion/Evaluation Recommendation Form (NSC-17).will be used. The form will be signed by the commanding officer/committee chairman preparing the evaluation and by the officer evaluated. The original of the evaluation form will be forwarded to National Headquarters to arrive no later than 1 May or within 30 days after detachment, as appropriate.

07111 - Evaluation Responsibilities

07111.1 Evaluation responsibilities are:

• NSCC Committee Chairmen will evaluate the performance of unit commanding officers, and forward to the Executive Director via the Regional Director and Field Representative.
• Unit commanding officers will evaluate the performance of assigned unit officers/midshipmen.
• Regional Directors will evaluate the performance of officer/midshipmen assigned as regional staff, and of Associate Regional Directors.
• Field Representatives will provide input to the Executive Director for the performance evaluation of assigned Regional Directors.
• Unit commanding officers and Regional Directors will prepare detaching evaluation reports of performance on officers/midshipmen being reassigned to other duties within the Corps.

Section 12: NSCC Officer Retired List

07120 - General

07120.1 The NSCC Officer Retired List was established as of 1 January 1992 to provide a means of recognizing dedicated service on the part of adult leaders. Transfer to retired status permits individuals to retain their NSCC Officer identity and to support the Cadet Corps programs as their circumstances permit.

07120.2 Officers wishing to be placed on the Retired List must:

• Have satisfactorily completed a command tour as either a unit commanding officer or Regional Director, or have completed a minimum of ten years continuous satisfactory service.
• Submit a written request to be placed on the list via the unit commanding officer or other appropriate authority. A favorable endorsement is required. Requests for retired status by officers who have previously left the program will be submitted directly to National Headquarters for consideration and approval/disapproval.

07120.3 Status and privileges of officers on the Retired List are:

• Will receive a NSCC Officer Retirement Certificate along with a NSCC identification card (indefinite expiration date) indicating retired status. Annual enrollment/insurance fees are not required.
• May wear the NSCC uniform on ceremonial occasions, or as authorized by the Regional Director, Field Representative, or Executive Director.
• May serve as TWT escort officer.
• May assist regional staffs in specific administrative or training areas such as conduct of annual inspections, training coordination, etc.
• Will receive the Wash-O-Gram and other newsletters as appropriate.

07120.4 Officers on the retired list must keep National Headquarters advised of current address and telephone numbers, and changes thereto as they occur.

Section 13 - Enrollment of NSCC Instructors

07130 - General

07130.1 Instructors are not members of the officer corps, but may be enrolled with application to National Headquarters. The onus is on the commanding officer to ensure individuals so enrolled are carefully screened and have the desired moral/behavioral traits.

07131 - Enrollment

07131.1 Individuals not yet 21 years of age will not normally be appointed to instructor status. Waivers may be granted to military personnel, members of ROTC, and to other individuals possessing essential skills.

07131.2 Instructor enrollments will be forwarded to National Headquarters, using the NSCC Officer/Midshipman Application Form (NSC-3), along with the NSCC Enrollment/Reenrollment Form (NSC-21) and enrollment fees.

07132 - Uniforms

07132.1 Enrolled instructors may wear the NSCC Instructor's uniform as prescribed in NSCC/NLCC Uniform Regulations, provided they maintain proper grooming and meet Navy/NSCC Height/Weight Standards.

CHAPTER EIGHT

BENEFITS, PRIVILEGES, AND RESTRICTIONS

Section 1: Benefits

0810 - Education and Training

0810.1 The NSCC provides youth with the opportunity to train aboard Navy and Coast Guard ships/shore activities, and to receive extensive training in naval subjects and skills under the tutelage of qualified military instructors.

0811 - Enlistment Opportunities

0811.1 Cadets who successfully complete the NSCC curriculum may enlist in the Navy, Coast Guard, or U. S. Marine Corps in advanced pay grades. Commanding officers will maintain close liaison with Navy and Coast Guard recruiters to ensure that cadets are counseled on career opportunities.

0812 - Retirement Point Credit

0812.1 Navy and Coast Guard drilling Reservists may earn retirement points through participation in the NSCC program (see BUPERSINST 1001.39 (series) and the Coast Guard Administrative Manual (CG-296) for details).

Section 2: Privileges

0820 - Wearing of the Navy Uniform

0820.1 The Secretary of the Navy has authorized NSCC personnel to wear a modified Navy uniform. The modifications, as specified in NSCC Uniform Regulations, are such as to clearly identify the wearer as a member of NSCC.

0820.2 Authorization for NSCC personnel to wear a modified Navy uniform was granted in recognition of the value of NSCC to the Navy, and of the close relationship established through the training program. This places upon each member of the NSCC the obligation to wear the uniform with pride, dignity, and respect. Careless wearing of the uniform and failure to comply with regulations regarding wearing of NSCC insignias will not be tolerated. NSCC personnel who willfully fail to comply with Navy and NSCC instructions concerning proper wearing of the uniform will be separated from the Corps (See Section 1, Chapter FOURTEEN).

0821 - Exchange Privileges

0821.1 Unlimited Navy/Coast Guard exchange privileges are not extended to NSCC personnel. Properly identified NSCC personnel may, however:

• a. Purchase uniform articles in exchange uniform shops.

  b. Purchase health and comfort items in exchanges when participating in advanced training (TWT).

0821.2 NSCC instructors may purchase health and comfort items when serving as escorts for advanced training (TWT).

Section 3: Restrictions

0830 - Authority of NSCC Personnel

0830.1 Authority of NSCC personnel does not extend outside NSCC.

0831 - Firearms

0831.1 Units may not possess operable firearms nor will they be brought to drill/training periods.

0832 - Alcoholic Beverages

0832.1 Alcoholic beverages will not be consumed by NSCC personnel while engaged in NSCC activities where cadets are present. NSCC personnel shall refrain from such use for at least six hours prior to drill periods or other training evolutions involving cadets.

0833 - Drugs

0833.1 Possession, use, or sale of controlled substances is forbidden and will result in immediate separation from the NSCC.

0834 - Smoking

0834.1 Adult leaders will not smoke in military formations, while instructing cadets, or when around cadets. Smoking will be confined to authorized areas. Cadets shall be discouraged from smoking.

0834.2 Cadets shall not smoke during NSCC activities or at anytime when wearing the NSCC uniform.

CHAPTER NINE

CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINE

Section 1: General

0910 - Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ)

0910.1 The NSCC is a civilian organization and, as such, NSCC personnel are not subject to the provision of the UCMJ.

0911 - Military Regulations/Instructions

0911.1 NSCC personnel engaged in training aboard ship, or other military activity, will comply with the regulations/instructions set forth by the commanding officer of the host activity, or by higher authority.

0912 - Lawful Orders of Armed Forces Personnel

0912.1 NSCC personnel engaged in training aboard ship, or other military activity, will carry out the lawful orders of the officers and enlisted personnel assigned to that ship or activity.

0913 - Authority of NSCC Personnel

0913.1 NSCC personnel will carry out the orders of senior NSCC officers/petty officers with the exception of orders which involve oppression or misconduct.

0913.2 NSCC Regulations provide the framework and rules by which the NSCC functions. NSCC personnel will comply with these Regulations, and with those NSCC Information/Action Letters which modify or supplement these Regulations.

Section 2: Conduct

0920 - General

0920.1 All commanding officers are required to show in themselves a good example of virtue, honor, patriotism, and subordination; and to correct, according to these Regulations, all persons who fail to conform to NSCC standards of conduct.

0920.2 NSCC personnel shall:

• a. Act in a military and seamanlike manner.

  b. Observe/practice the rules of military courtesy and etiquette.

  c. Demonstrate loyalty, self-control and honesty, putting the good of NSCC and the Navy before personal likes/dislikes.

0921 - Saluting

0921.1 Saluting is the accepted manner of greeting among military people. Salutes will be exchanged between NSCC personnel and members of the armed forces in uniform. Salutes will be exchanged smartly, without flourishes.

0921.2 Commanding officers will ensure that unit personnel are indoctrinated in saluting protocol, prior to their participation in training aboard military activities.

0922 - Hazing

0922.1 Initiatory harassment, or hazing, is strictly forbidden.

0922.2 No person shall be subjected to oppression by one of higher rank. Instances of alleged oppression will be reported to the commanding officer or NSCC Committee Chairman, as appropriate.

Section 3: Discipline

0930 - General

0930.1 Discipline in NSCC shall be directed toward strengthening the character of each cadet through development of self-control and self-discipline.

0930.2 No commanding officer, or any other person, may maltreat or physically abuse any person in NSCC. Unit discipline will be maintained by individual counseling and through administrative actions as described herein.

0931 - Commanding Officer's Mast

0931.1 Commanding officers may hold captain's mast on cadets to determine facts and circumstances surrounding alleged acts of misconduct.

0931.2 If the act of misconduct is minor in nature, the commanding officer should counsel the cadet as to the unacceptableness of his/her behavior. If the act of misconduct is serious in nature, or if the cadet does not respond to counseling regarding continuing minor acts of misconduct, the commanding officer may impose reduction in rate or dismiss the cadet from the NSCC.

0931.3 Dismissal of cadets from the NSCC will be effected in accordance with Section 2, Chapter TEN of these Regulations.

0932 - Misconduct on the Part of Officers and Midshipmen

0932.1 The commanding officer will inquire into the circumstances of alleged acts of misconduct on the part of officers and midshipmen. This inquiry may be made by the NSCC Committee Chairman when appropriate.

0932.2 If the act of misconduct is minor in nature, the officer or midshipman will be counseled as to the unacceptableness of his or her conduct. If the act of misconduct is of such a nature that continuance of the individual as a member of NSCC is not desirable, the commanding officer will:

• a. If the individual is serving as a member of the officer corps in a probationary status, his/her appointment will be terminated in accordance with the provisions of Paragraph 0761.3.

  b. If the individual is serving as a member of the officer corps with permanent appointment, the commanding officer will:
   

  1. Place the individual in an inactive status, and not permit him/her to participate in NSCC/NLCC activities or to wear the NSCC uniform.
  2. Prepare a summary report and submit it to the Executive Director, with copies to the Regional Director and the NSCC Committee Chairman, recommending revocation of appointment. This report may be made by the Committee Chairman when appropriate.
  3. Advise the individual concerned that he or she may append a written statement to the report if desired. When no statement is made, the summary report will indicate that the individual has been invited to append a statement, but has declined to do so.

0932.3 If the NSCC Committee Chairman does not concur in the recommendation for revocation of appointment, he will endorse the summary report stating his reasons for non-concurrence.

0932.4 The Executive Director will review the report and, with the concurrence of the National Chairman, effect revocation of appointment, or take other appropriate administrative action as considered appropriate, advising all concerned of action taken.

0933 - Sexual Harassment

0933.1 NSCC policy on sexual harassment in any form is zero tolerance.

0933.2 Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination that involves unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature when submission to or rejection of such conduct is made a condition of a persons' position or job, or when such conduct interferes with an individual's performance or creates an intimidating hostile, or offensive atmosphere. Any member of the NSCC who makes deliberate or repeated unwelcome verbal comments, gestures, or physical contact of a sexual nature is engaging in sexual harassment.

0933.3 No individual in the NSCC shall:

• a. Commit sexual harassment.

  b. Take reprisal action against someone who reports or provides information on an incident.

  c. Knowingly make a false accusation of sexual harassment, or

  d. While in a supervisory or command position condone or ignore sexual harassment of which he or she has knowledge. Regional Directors and unit Commanding Officers exercising sound leadership are responsible for leading the men and women under their command. They must set the example and foster a climate free of any discrimination. The appropriate action to resolve an incident of sexual harassment will depend on the circumstances surrounding the incident. A full range of administrative and disciplinary actions are available, including counseling, comments on evaluations or service records, and/or referral to the Executive Director.

0933.4 There is a wide range of behaviors that can constitute sexual harassment. To make it easier to understand, it is helpful to think of the entire range of possible behavior in terms of a traffic light. Green means "go" or acceptable behavior which is not sexual harassment. Yellow means "use caution" as the behavior may be sexual harassment. If yellow zone behavior is repeated often enough, especially after having been told it is unwelcome, it becomes red zone behavior and is sexual harassment. Red means "stop" don't do it as this is sexual harassment.

0933.5 The following examples illustrate these three types of behavior but are not all-inclusive:

• Green Zone: Performance counseling, touching that could be instructional in nature as counseling on appearance, showing concern, a polite compliment, or friendly conversation.
• Yellow Zone: Many people would find these behaviors unacceptable: whistling, questions about ones personal life, lewd or sexually explicit comments, suggestive posters or calendars, off-color jokes, leering, staring, repeated requests for dates, foul language, unwanted letters or poems, sexually suggestive touching, sitting or gesturing sexually.
• Red Zone: Behaviors always considered as sexual harassment are: sexual favors, threats if sexual favors are not provided, sexually explicit pictures or remarks, using status to get dates, or obscene letters or comments. The most severe forms of sexual harassment constitute criminal conduct, e.g. sexual assault, rape, forceful grabbing, fondling, or kissing.

NOTE: The above examples are for general guidance only as individuals may believe they are being sexually harassed based on their perceptions, and each incident is judged on the totality of facts of a particular case.

Section 4: Misconduct Aboard a Military Activity

0940 - General

0940.1 The training of any cadet, or escort orders of any adult leader, will be terminated when involved in misconduct detrimental to NSCC (refer to the NSCC Advancement and Training Manual and the NSCC/NLCC Escort Officer Handbook).

CHAPTER TEN

TRANSFER, SEPARATION AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE

Section 1: Cadet Transfer

1010 - Procedures

1010.1 Cadets may request transfer to another unit when moving to a different locality, or for other good reason. Cadet transfers will not be approved/made when the intent is to escape disciplinary action.

1010.2 Cadets will submit requests for transfer to their commanding officers, stating the reason(s) therefor. The commanding officer will expeditiously bring the cadet's service record up to date and forward it to the commanding officer of the receiving unit. An entry will be made on the Administrative Remarks (NSC-19B) stating date of transfer and the name of the unit to which transferred.

1010.3 Cadets who move to a different locality prior to initiating procedures outlined above should be instructed to contact National Headquarters for assistance in affiliating with a new unit.

1010.4 Units will report cadet receipts/transfers by entry on the Monthly Activity Report (NSCADM:002).

Section 2: Cadet Separation

1020 - Authority for Separation

1020.1 Cadets will normally be separated from the NSCC no later than 31 December of the year in which they attain age 18. Waivers of the requirement may be granted to highly motivated cadets in their senior year in high school to permit continued enrollment until graduation.

Requests for waivers will be submitted to the Executive Director for approval, and must specify termination date (the last day of the month in which the cadet will graduate), and must be accompanied by the appropriate reenrollment fee.

1020.2 Cadets may be separated from the NSCC at any time upon request.

1020.3 Cadets may be separated from the NSCC for misconduct (See Paragraph 0931.3).

1020.4 Cadets may be separated from NSCC for unsatisfactory drill attendance (See The NSCC Advancement and Training Manual), or for lack of motivation for the NSCC Program.

1021 - NSCC Discharge Certificate

1021.1 Cadets in the rate of NSCC E-2, or higher, may be awarded a NSCC Discharge Certificate (NSCADM:011), provided such discharge is not occasioned by misconduct or by lack of motivation.

1022 - Record of Cadet Advancement (NSC-19A)

1022.1 The Record of Cadet Advancement (NSC-19A) of each Cadet separated, for any reason, will be forwarded to National Headquarters. A certified copy will be given to the cadet, and a copy maintained in local unit files until the cadet reaches the age of 24.

1023 - Return of NSCC/U.S. Property

1023.1 Cadets must return uniforms, if issued from unit stores, and all other property of NSCC/U.S. prior to departure.

Section 3: Cadet Leave of Absence

1030 - Authority

1030.1 Cadets may be granted leave of absence for up to 12 months upon recommendation of the commanding officer. All requests will be submitted to the Executive Director for approval.

Section 4: Officer/Midshipman Transfer

1040 - Procedures

1040.1 Officers/midshipmen may request transfer to another unit by submitting a letter request to the Executive Director via the commanding officer of the unit to which transfer is desired. Transfer will be approved/effected only with the concurrence of the commanding officer of the receiving unit.

Section 5: Officer/Midshipman Separations

1050 - Resignation

1050.1 Resignation of officer/midshipmen appointments will be made in writing and submitted to the Executive Director via the commanding officer.

1051 - Dismissal

1051.1 Officers/midshipmen may be dismissed from the NSCC because of misconduct (See Section 0932), for failure to comply with NSCC Uniform Regulations, NSCC Regulations (See Paragraph 1411.3), or for unsatisfactory drill attendance (See NSCC/NLCC Advancement and Training Manual).

Section 6: Officer/Midshipman Leave of Absence

1060 - Authority

1060.1 Officers/midshipmen may be granted leaves of absence for a period not to exceed 12 months. Requests will be submitted to the Executive Director via the unit commanding Officer.

1060.2 Officers/midshipmen in a leave of absence status will remain affiliated with the unit but will not be carried on unit rolls for drill accounting/inspection purposes.

Section 7: Officer/Midshipman Inactive Status

1070 - Authority

1070.1 Officers/midshipmen may request transfer to inactive status by letter to the Executive Director.

1070.2 Officers/midshipmen leaving a unit or regional staff without reaffiliation with another unit/staff, or upon request by the unit commanding officer or Regional Director, will be placed in an inactive status.

1070.3 Officers/midshipmen in an inactive status are not authorized to wear the NSCC uniform or to participate in NSCC activities unless authorized to do so by the Executive Director.

1070.4 Officers/midshipmen in an inactive status may request return to active status by letter to the Executive Director via the commanding officer of the unit with which they wish to affiliate. Concurrence of the unit commanding officer is required.

CHAPTER ELEVEN

NSCC SERVICE RECORDS

Section 1: The Cadet Service Record

1110 - General

1110.1 A service record will be established for each cadet. The record will contain all documents relating to enrollment, training, advancement, and such other information which should be a matter of record.

1110.2 The Navy Enlisted Service Record (NAVPERS 600) may be used for cadet records. The NAVPERS 600 will be identified as a NSCC service record by stamping "U.S. NAVAL SEA CADET CORPS" in red ink on the front and back of the record, and on all Navy forms entered therein. The record will bear the cadet's name and identification number as assigned by National Headquarters.

1110.3 Contents of the service record are privileged with access limited to: the individual cadet, unit officers, the commanding officer of the supporting military activity, or his designated representative, regional directors/associate regional directors, members of the inspecting party for the required annual inspection, and National Headquarters personnel.

1111 - Service Record Contents (See Figure 11-4)

1111.1 The following documents/information will be filed in the cadet service record:

• Right Side:

• • Record of Cadet Advancement (NSC-19A)
  • Standard Release Forms (NSC-23 / 23A / 23B / 23C)
  • Cadet Application and Agreement (NSC-4)
  • NSCC Medical Forms 5A & 5B

Note: The original of the NSC-24 (NSC-24C) and a copy of the NSC-22 will be filed as the first two pages when participating in scheduled/locally arranged training. Upon completion of training the NSC-24 (NSC-24C) will be refiled on the left side in indicated below.

• Left Side:

• • Administrative Remarks (NSC-19B)
  • Correspondence course/advancement examination completion letters
  • NSC-24 / NSC-24C for completed training
  • Letters of Commendation/Certificates
  • All other documents considered significant

1112 - Service Record Verification

1112.1 Service records will be verified annually on or about 1 January (prior to annual inspection/evaluation) to ensure that required documents are in the record and that all advancement/training information has been entered. Unit commanding officers will certify that this review has been completed by signature in the space provided on the jacket.

1113 - Disposition of Service Record

1113.1 The service records of cadets who are disenrolled for any reason except for disciplinary reasons, will be given to the individual cadet. Records of cadets disenrolled for disciplinary reasons will be retained by the unit for a minimum of one year, and will be destroyed at that time.

1113.2 A copy of the Record of Cadet Advancement (NSC-19A) of each cadet disenrolled (for any reason) will be forwarded to National Headquarters with the unit's next Monthly Activity Report (NSC-8). A copy should be retained in unit files to assist in verifying NSCC advancement for Navy/Coast Guard/Marine Corps advanced pay grade enlistment purposes. Such records shall be retained until the cadet reaches the age of 24.

Section 2: Officer/Midshipman Service Records

1120 - General

1120.1 A service record will be established for each officer and midshipman upon appointment. The record will contain all documents relating to appointment, promotion and billet assignment as well as other information which should be a matter of record. The NAVPERS 600 will be used for officer/midshipman service records, complying with the provisions of Paragraph 1110.2.

1121 - Privileged Information

1121.1 Information in the officer/midshipman service record is privileged information. The provisions of Paragraph 1110.3 apply in allowing access thereto.

1122 - Service Record Contents

1122.1 The following documents/information will be included in the officer/midshipman service record:

• Right Side:

• • Promotion letters (if applicable)
  • Evaluation/Promotion Recommendation Form (NSC-17)
  • Officer/Midshipman Appointment
  • Copy of NSCC Officer/Midshipman Application (NSC-3)
  • NSCC Privacy Act Statement (NSC-3B)
  • Copy of NSCC Medical Forms 5A & 5B (or DOD Medical Forms 88 & 93)

  Left Side:

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  • Written billet assignment by commanding officer
  • NSCC Officer/Midshipman Study Guide completion letter
  • Correspondence course completion letters
  • Training authorization letters for completed escort officer duties
  • Other information considered significant

1123 - Service Record Verification

1123.1 Officer/midshipman service records will be verified annually on or about 1 January in accordance with the instructions contained in Paragraph 1112.1

1124 - Service Record Disposition

1124.1 The service record of any officer or midshipman who disenrolls for any reason may be given to the individual concerned, or may be destroyed if such retention is not desired.

CHAPTER TWELVE

ENROLLMENT FEES, INSURANCE PROGRAMS, AND FINANCES

Section 1: Enrollment Fees

1210 - Authority

1210.1 Annual enrollment fees for adult leaders and cadets are established by the National Board of Directors. These fees include administration/insurance fees and regional director allowance assessment in the case of cadets, and insurance fees only for adult leaders.

1210.2 No officer, midshipman, or cadet may participate in any NSCC activity until his/her enrollment fees have been paid and forwarded to National Headquarters.

1211 - Transmittal of Fees

1211.1 Enrollments/re-enrollments will be recorded on the NSCC/NLCC Enrollment and Registration Form (NSCADM:007), and forwarded with enrollment fees to National Headquarters. Initial enrollments will be effective on the date the NSCADM:007 is placed in the mail. The responsibility for prompt submission rests with the commanding officer.

1212 - Refund/Transfer of Enrollment Fees

1212.1 Enrollment fees paid by cadets who subsequently drop from the program will not be refunded or transferred to another cadet. Parents/guardians should be informed of the policy during the initial interview with the commanding officer.

1213 - Continuous Enrollment

1213.1 Cadet enrollment will be continuous, except for those cadets granted leave of absence, with date or re-enrollment being the date of expiration of the previous enrollment. Date of reenrollment of a cadet returning from leave of absence will be the date the leave of absence is terminated.

Section 2: Insurance Programs

1220 - General

1220.1 NSCC insurance programs were established to provide accident and health coverage for cadets/adult leaders, and liability coverage for adult leaders/sponsoring organizations.

1220.2 The National Board of Directors approves the insurance underwriter, the amount and type of insurance, and the premium.

1221 - Accident and Health Insurance

1221.1 NSCC participates in a group accident and health policy underwritten by Life Insurance Company of North America (Policy SPS001669). The policy covers accidental bodily injury sustained while participating in authorized NSCC/NLCC activities, and while traveling to and from such activities. Coverage for sickness, requiring medical/surgical treatment, is provided for training evolutions in excess of 72 hours in duration and where participation is authorized by written permission of the Executive Director. NSC-24s issued to properly enrolled NSCC personnel provide the required written permission. This authority has been delegated to unit commanding officers through issuance of the NSCC/NLCC Training Authority (Unit Arranged) (NSC-24C).

1221.2 Enrollment in the accident and health program is mandatory for all NSCC personnel except for those serving on active duty in a branch of the armed forces.

1221.3 Commanding Officers/Commanding Officers of Training Contingents will report all cases of accident/illness to National Headquarters as soon as circumstances permit. Telephone reports (collect) are desired for cases involving serious accidents/illnesses.

1221.4 Claims for benefits will be submitted to National Headquarters for processing using NSCC Accident Report Form (NSCADM:025). Proof of loss (original, itemized medical bills) must be forwarded to National Headquarters as soon as possible. Claims cannot be processed without this completed information. All claims must be submitted within one year from date of accident/illness.

1221.5 Parents/guardians will be briefed on the accident and health policy by the commanding officer, and will be provided with a copy of Insurance Company of North America brochure PM-14790d-97 which details hazards covered and benefits provided. Parents will be advised of the $50.00 deductible fee.

1222 - Liability Insurance

1222.1 NSCC has a comprehensive general liability insurance policy, very broad in scope, covering the NSCC, its members and volunteers, the Navy League, its sponsoring Councils and members when involved with NSCC matters, underwritten by the Cincinnati Insurance Company. Members and volunteers, for coverage to apply, must incur liability arising out of activities performed on behalf of the Naval Sea Cadet Corps. The policy covers bodily injury and property damage with limits of liability of $1,000,000 for each occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate with an "umbrella" policy in the amount of $5,000,000. Basic coverage includes bodily injury, property damage and personal injury caused to a third party because of the insured's negligence.

1222.2 Occurrences involving NSCC owned watercraft, buses, trucks, and automobiles are not covered.

1222.3 Protection is provided sponsoring organizations and adult leaders while acting in the scope of their duties in NSCC. Other activities/organizations may be named "additional insured" upon request to National Headquarters.

1223 - NLCC Coverage

1223.1 The NLCC is considered to be part of NSCC and fully participating in the NSCC insurance programs.

Section 3: Identification Cards

1230 - General

1230.1 NSCC identification cards will be issued only by National Headquarters. Unit identification cards, temporary or otherwise, are not authorized.

1230.2 There are four types of identification cards: cadet, officer, midshipman and instructor. Upon receipt of enrollment fees, an identification number will be assigned and the appropriate identification card prepared and sent to the unit commanding officer for delivery.

Section 4: Identification Numbers

1240 - General

1240.1 Each cadet, officer, midshipman and instructor will be assigned an identification number upon enrollment. This number will remain the same throughout the individual's affiliation with NSCC except when there is a status change (midshipman to officer, etc), at which time a new number will be assigned.

1240.2 Identification numbers consist of a letter followed by either four or five numbers. The letter indicates status (cadet, officer, etc.) and the number reflects the numerical sequence of enrollment therein. Letters designating the various enrollment categories (status) are:

• A - NSCC officer, male and female (not on active duty)
  S - NSCC officer, midshipman/instructor, male & female, on active duty in armed forces
  D - NSCC midshipman, male and female (not on active duty)
  U - NSCC instructor, male and female (not on active duty)
  G - NSCC male cadet
  W - NSCC female cadet
  V - NLCC male cadet
  Y - NLCC female cadet

Section 5: Finances

1250 - Council (Sponsoring Organization) Responsibility

1250.1 The sponsoring Navy League Council (or other sponsoring organization) must ensure that adequate funds are available to the unit commanding officer for proper operation of the unit.

1251 - Control of Revenues and Expenditures

1251.1 Control of revenues and expenditures is vested jointly in the NSCC Committee Chairman and the commanding officer.

1251.2 Means employed in raising funds for operation of the unit must not reflect discredit upon, or be in conflict with, the policies of the Navy League of the United States or NSCC.

1251.3 Use of the NSCC Insignia/Logo by units for fund raising purposes may be authorized providing the items are not listed in the Agreement between Dondero, Inc. and the NSCC and are not, therefore, competing with Dondero, Inc for sales.

• a. Authorization to use the NSCC Insignia/Logo for fund raising purposes must be granted by NHQ. Units desiring to do so must:

• • Submit a written application to NHQ describing in detail how the insignia/logo is to be used, i.e., Stadium Cushions, Can Huggers, etc. Units are to ensure that all items are tasteful and do not discredit the NSCC or the U. S. Navy.
  • National Headquarters will evaluate each application and will grant permission, if acceptable, for use of the insignia/logo. Authorization will be granted for a period of one year. Units must reapply each year for continuation.

  b. Items sold for fund raising purposes are not tax deductible, unless the unit or sponsor has been designated a 501(c)(3) organization under the provisions of the Internal Revenue Service Tax Code.

1251.4 Dues assessed to cadets over and above the enrollment fees levied by National Headquarters must be approved by the NSCC Committee Chairman.

1251.5 Expenditures expected in the operation of the unit will be defined and included in the unit's budget as required by Paragraphs 1271.1 and 1271.2.

Section 6: Accounting

1260 - Accounting Requirements

1260.1 Unit bank accounts will be established to facilitate audit and accounting of unit funds. All accounts will have two signatories, the commanding officer and a designee. The cosigner will normally be the committee chairman of the sponsoring organization and may not be a spouse or relative of the commanding officer.

1260.2 Unit accounts will be established in the name of the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps with the unit's name. Under no circumstances will a NSCC account be opened in the name of an individual.

1261 - Unit Finances

1261.1 The commanding officer is responsible for all unit finances and shall ensure that an annual financial audit/review is conducted in cooperation with the sponsoring organization; the report will be made available for the annual unit inspection with a copy submitted to NHQ. The actual administration of the unit finances can be delegated at the discretion of the commanding officer who must ensure absolute fiscal integrity of all funds. There will be no co-mingling of unit and personal funds and all expenditures shall be fully justified for official NSCC unit use only.

1261.2 Unit financial accounting shall be carefully maintained using a Unit Audit Report Form (NSC-11), and records must be kept current and made available at any time for review by the sponsoring organization, Regional Director, or NHQ.

1261.3 Receipts must be kept for all transactions and an accounting of all income and expenses shall be documented. All financial records are the property of the unit.

1261.4 When a change of command occurs, an audit of the unit's finances must be part of the turnover process and all files will be turned over to the incoming commanding officer.

1261.5 Unit financial files will be kept for a period of five years after which they can be destroyed.

1261.6 Uniform deposits, if collected, will be held in a special account and refunded to cadets, in full or in part, upon return of issued uniform items.

1262 - Summer Training Accounts

1262.1 The following policies will apply to the financial accounting for all summer training:
 

• a. Upon approval of a summer training evolution, summer training accounts will be opened in the name of the U. S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps and not an individual NSCC officer, with the exception of cases discussed in the NSCC/NLCC Escort Officer Handbook.

  b. The Commanding Officer of the Training Contingent (COTC) will be responsible for all finances including submission of the final financial report to NHQ. Prior to closing out an account or before the final report is submitted to NHQ, an audit/review of the account shall be made by someone other than the person handling the account, preferably an individual not serving under the COTC. This person may be a NSCC Regional Director in the area or the Field Representative for the geographic area where the training is held. Actual administration of the account can be delegated at the discretion of the COTC.

  c. The Executive Director, NSCC will be named as a signatory on the account, providing NHQ access to the account at all times.

  d. All summer training accounts will be dual signature. Under no circumstances will a spouse or relative be one of the two signatories on the account. The individuals having access to the account are: The Commanding Officer of the Training Contingent, a designee and the Executive Director, NSCC.

  e. Funds collected from cadets are to be used exclusively for training at that site and will not be used for individual unit or regional expenses. Prior approval from the Executive Director is necessary for any deviation from this requirement.

  f. Receipts must be included for all expenses, unless the expense is for the whole group. In those cases show the number of cadets, the amount per individual, and the total expended; i.e., 50 X $1.50 = $75.00 haircuts. Actual receipts are necessary for the NSCC Headquarters annual audit.

  g. As long as the training account is active, a copy of the monthly bank statement must accompany the NSCC TWT Audit Report form (NSCTNG:010 (Rev. 2/00)). In cases where there is an existing account, monthly bank statements must be submitted with the audit form until the account becomes dormant.

  h. Reports will be submitted to NHQ within 30 days of completion of training. If it appears that accounts will not be reconciled within 30 days, NHQ must be notified of the delay and given the reason.

Section 7: Budget

1270 - Fiscal Year

1270.1 The NSCC fiscal year coincides with the training year, commencing annually on 1 January and ending on 31 December.

1271 - Budget

1271.1 A proposed budget will be prepared by the commanding officer and submitted prior to the beginning of the fiscal year to the NSCC Committee Chairman and the Council President for approval. The budget, as approved, will be forwarded to National Headquarters along with the annual inspection report. The Budget and Audit Report for Training Year Form (NSC-11) will be used.

1271.2 Councils, or other organizations, wishing to form a unit will prepare a tentative budget for that portion of the fiscal year remaining and submit it to National Headquarters along with their request to form a unit.

Section 8: Audit

1280 - General

1280.1 Unit accounts will be audited annually upon completion of the fiscal year by the NSCC Committee Chairman. The results of the audit will be verified by either the council treasurer, NSCC Regional Director, or by National Headquarters along with the Annual Inspection/Evaluation Report. The Budget and Audit Report for Training Year Form (NSC-11) form will be used. The Inspection/Evaluation Report will be considered incomplete without the Budget and Audit Report for Training Year Form (NSC-11).

Section 9: Pay and Allowances

1290 - General

1290.1 NSCC officers/midshipmen/cadets/instructors do not receive pay and/or allowances. NSCC Regional Directors receive allowances in accordance with provisions of Chapter FOUR, Section 0432 of these Regulations.

Section 10: Tax Status

12100 - General

12100.1 NSCC at the national level has been designated a 501(c)(3) organization under the provision of the IRS Code. As such, contributions to the NSCC national program are tax deductible as charitable contributions. The tax exempt status granted NSCC at the national level does not extend to NSCC/NLCC units or to regional staffs. Units desiring to apply for tax exempt status must submit a request directly to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Information and application packets are available and may be requested from NHQ.

12100.2 Monies expended by individuals in connection with NSCC/NLCC activities (cost of uniforms, travel expenses, etc.) may be listed as deductions in personal income tax returns.

CHAPTER 13-18

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