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USMMA Operations Status:

On 12 February 2025, the United States Merchant Marine Academy will be OPEN.  Recognizing the possibility of winter weather, UNSCHEDULED TELEWORK (AS WELL AS UNSCHEDULED LEAVE) IS AUTHORIZED FOR EMPLOYEES.  Employees planning to telework or take unscheduled leave must coordinate with and obtain approval from their supervisory chain of command. Anyone scheduled to visit the Academy or American Merchant Marine Museum should check with their host for specific guidance. All are encouraged to monitor the weather forecast and stay safe.

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Voter Information

Are you ready to do your civic duty?

One important part of being a leader is to contribute to the democratic process.  With a election coming up, it's important for you to take part in our democracy no matter whom you support! Here is how you can get your Absentee ballot.  Don't wait! Do it today before you are too late.  Each state has a different timeline.
Try these three easy steps:
1.   Register  to vote, or check to make sure that you are registered:

         Go to: https://vote.usa.gov/

         Go to your state and follow the prompt.

2.   Request Absentee Ballot:

          Go to https://www.fvap.gov/

          Select your state and follow the prompt, dates and forms vary from state to state.

3. If you do not obtain a state absentee ballot, you can mail in a federal write in absentee ballot.

        https://www.fvap.gov/fwab-privacy-notice

        Follow Prompt. For Federal Offices only.

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