RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
AIR FORCE BOARD FOR CORRECTION OF MILITARY RECORDS

IN THE MATTER OF:	DOCKET NUMBER:  BC-2003-01450
		INDEX CODE:  112.00
		COUNSEL:  NONE

		HEARING DESIRED:  NO

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APPLICANT REQUESTS THAT:

His eligibility to participate in the College Loan Repayment Program (CLRP) be reinstated.

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APPLICANT CONTENDS THAT:

He was misinformed about his CLRP options.  Personnel at the Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) told him to initial on Line E of the AF Form 3008 because he did not have promissory notes and that he would still be able to participate in CLRP as long as he had his paperwork.

In support of his request, applicant provided a copy of AF Form 3008, Supplement to Enlistment Agreement.  His complete submission, with attachment, is at Exhibit A.

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STATEMENT OF FACTS:

Data extracted from the Personnel Data System reflects that the applicant enlisted in the Regular Air Force on 7 Jan 03 in the grade of E-3.  His AF Form 3008, reflects that he initialed in item E which states "I have been briefed on the CLRP and either do not meet the requirements, or elect not to participate.  I understand my initial enlistment is the only opportunity to enroll in the CLRP and I permanently waive my CLRP enrollment option".

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AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

AFPC/DPPAE recommends denial.  DPPAE states that he clearly declined enrollment at MEPS.  DPPAE talked with the Military Liaison Supervisor who stated he was clear in his explanation of acceptance or declination of the CLRP.  The applicant provided nothing to support his claim.  The DPPAE evaluation is at Exhibit B.

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APPLICANT'S REVIEW OF AIR FORCE EVALUATION:

A copy of the Air Force evaluation was forwarded to the applicant on 19 Dec 03 for review and comment within 30 days.  As of this date, this office has received no response.

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THE BOARD CONCLUDES THAT:

1.  The applicant has exhausted all remedies provided by existing law or regulations.

2.  The application was timely filed.

3.  Insufficient relevant evidence has been presented to demonstrate the existence of error or injustice.  We took notice of the applicant's complete submission in judging the merits of the case; however, we do not find his assertions of miscounseling sufficiently persuasive to override the rationale provided by the Air Force.  The CLRP election option contained in his enlistment contract unambiguously states the election can only be made during the initial enlistment and waiving the enrollment option is a permanent decision.  Absent corroborative evidence that he was improperly counseled, we find no compelling basis to recommend granting the relief sought in this application.

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THE BOARD DETERMINES THAT:

The applicant be notified that the evidence presented did not demonstrate the existence of material error or injustice; that the application was denied without a personal appearance; and that the application will only be reconsidered upon the submission of newly discovered relevant evidence not considered with this application.

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The following members of the Board considered AFBCMR Docket Number BC-2003-01450 in Executive Session on 17 Feb 04, under the provisions of AFI 36-2603:

	Vice Chair
	Member
	Member

The following documentary evidence was considered:

    Exhibit A.  DD Form 149, dated 15 Apr 03, w/atch.
    Exhibit B.  Letter, AFPC/DPPAE, dated 16 Dec 03.
    Exhibit C.  Letter, SAF/MRBR, dated 19 Dec 03.

                                   
                                   Vice Chair