DoD Wants to Keep Using That 5-Minute Beneficiary Form Forever
Published Date: 2/25/2026
Notice
Summary
The Department of Defense is asking for approval to keep using a form that helps service members pick who gets their benefits and who to notify if something happens to them. Over 1.7 million people fill out this form each year, and it takes about 5 minutes to complete. Comments on this plan are open until March 27, 2026, so folks can share their thoughts before it moves forward.
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