Do I have to request a replacement civilian clothing allowance from HQMC, or can my unit approve and run the unit diary?
Change 1 to MCO P10120.28F changed how replacement civilian clothing allowances are awarded. Prior to 1 October 1998, Marines were provided an initial civilian clothing allowance and two replacement allowances up front, and were not entitled to another civilian clothing allowance of any type for three years from their effective date. Beginning 1 October 1998, you are entitled to only an initial clothing allowance on the effective date of your assignment. At the 1 year and 1 day anniversary from the initial allowance payment you are now entitled to a replacement allowance. This allowance is initiated and processed at your command level, no longer requiring submission to the Uniform Board or DFAS. As long as you remain in the billet that requires the wear of civilian attire you will continue to rate a replacement allowance at the 1 year, 1 day anniversary. If you keep a copy of the LES your previous allowance (either initial or replacement) showed up on, you do not need to send your requ
