Navy Asks for Input on Recruiting Form Overhaul
Published Date: 12/31/2025
Notice
Summary
The Navy wants your thoughts on a new info collection called PRIDE Mod, which helps improve recruiting for immediate and delayed enlistment. If you’re involved or interested, you can comment by March 2, 2026. This update aims to make the process clearer and easier, with no extra costs expected for those who respond.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 1 costs, 1 mixed.
Information decides enlistment and jobs
The data you provide through PRIDE Mod II (personal, educational, and background information) will be used to assess your mental, physical, and moral qualifications and to make initial accession decisions and determine eligibility for specific Navy jobs or special programs.
One-hour Navy enlistment form
If you want to enlist in the U.S. Navy, you'll be asked to complete the PRIDE Mod II information collection that asks for personal, educational, and background details. The Navy estimates 60,000 respondents each year, with an average burden of 1 hour per response (60,000 annual burden hours).
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