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Sept. 19, 2025
Special Duty Pay (SDP) and Assignment Pay (AP) updated for 2026
While some SDP/AP pay levels decline, Coast Guard adds three new types.
Oct. 9, 2024
Special Duty Pay and Assignment Pay updates announced
SDP and AP adjustments reflect Coast Guard needs and priorities.
Dec. 19, 2022
Special Duty Pay updates announced 
Read on about changes to the SDP/AP list.
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