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The U.S. Air Force has issued updated guidance that centralizes and standardizes separation boards for service members who no longer meet military requirements, including those affected by transgender policy changes.

The Associated Press first reported the change, citing an internal memo dated Aug. 12, 2025.

According to the memo, once a board confirms a member meets the policy’s criteria, "the board must recommend separation."

Hearings are closed and will not be recorded. Instead, the case file includes an abbreviated transcript prepared after the hearing. The policy narrows the board’s role to a single factual finding.

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