RIO Buzz

RIO Buzz (Vol 23)

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RIO Buzz                                                                                           Vol. 23

Have you seen the brand new HQ RIO website (https://www.hqrio.afrc.af.mil/)?  It’s made JUST FOR YOU!  More about that in this RIO Buzz …

WEBSITE VIRTUAL WALK-THROUGH FRIDAY
We are excited to debut the BRAND NEW HQ RIO website! Built from scratch, this website is designed to make it easy for IRs to find the guidance and help they need. Join us for a walk through Friday at 1200 (EST)/1000 (MST). You won't want to miss it! (If you do, use the same link to watch it afterward.)
https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_YWJlNmViMDEtZmNjZC00MjkxLThlODEtOWNmNzhjMmZmMDlm%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2221acfbb3-32be-4715-9025-1e2f015cbbe9%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%222d811298-f7de-4345-a9ab-0b6a322aefe9%22%2c%22IsBroadcastMeeting%22%3atrue%7d

CHECK OUT MILTAX – A GREAT BENEFIT!
MilTax is a benefit provided by the DoD exclusively through Military One Source.  It is available to active duty and reserve members, regardless of activation status.  MilTax preparation and e-filing software is available now through mid-October. Free support is also available from MilTax consultants specially trained to help with unique tax situations specific to service members and their families.  To get started, visit MilitaryOneSource.mil or call 800-342-9647 to schedule a consultation.

IS YOUR INFO UP TO DATE?
If you have updates to your contact information, you can make those in vMPF.  If your rater information is incorrect, your CSS or URC can assist.  Duty titles can be updated by your detachment via the IMA Management link on myPers.  It’s always a good idea to make sure all this information is up-to-date and correct!

EXTREMISM STAND DOWN
The SecDef directed a one day stand down to address extremism in the ranks.  You need to contact your assigned unit to be included in this stand-down event as it is mandatory for all members.  AD organizations must complete this event by 6 Apr, so contract your unit ASAP. 
 
That’s the buzz for now.  Thanks for ALL you do!

v/r,
Col Amy Boehle, HQ RIO Commander

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