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Lapse in Appropriations: The most recent appropriations for the Department of War expired at 11:59 p.m. EDT on Sept. 30, 2025.
Military personnel will continue in normal duty status, without pay, until such time as a continuing resolution or appropriations are passed by Congress and signed into law. Civilian personnel not engaged in excepted will be placed in a non-work, non-pay status.
For more information please refer to the following link:

https://www.navy.mil/Press-Office/News-Stories/display-news/Article/4319360/fy26-lapse-of-appropriations-department-of-the-navy-resources-for-sailors-marin/
 

Overcoming the Sweltering Summer Heat

Students attending the Expeditionary Combat Skills course at Center for Security Forces Detachment Gulfport take a mandatory safety break due to the intense summer heat. Duel misting fans, immersion coolers, and cooling towels provide Sailors with quick relief from the hot, humid conditions.

VIRIN: 250819-N-XR575-1001.JPG
Photo by: Petty Officer 3rd Class Hovana Esparza

Photo Details

Resolution: 4284x5712
Size: 6.51 MB
Location: GULFPORT, Miss.
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