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SUBJ/ANNOUNCEMENT OF OPNAV 1650/3 (Rev. SEP 23)// 
 
REF/A/DOC/SECNAVINST 1650.1J/29MAY2019// 
REF/B/DOC/SECNAV M-1650.1//16AUG2019// 
 
NARR/REF A IS THE SECRETARY OF THE NAVY MILITARY AWARDS INSTRUCTION.   
REF B IS THE NAVY AND MARINE CORPS AWARDS MANUAL.// 
 
RMKS/1.  As of September 2023, OPNAV 1650/3 (Rev.SEP-2022) has been 
superseded by OPNAV 1650/3 (Rev. SEP-2023).  All personal awards being 
originated after 1 October 2023 must be done so utilizing OPNAV 1650/3 (Rev. 
SEP-2023). 
 
2.  The updated form can be accessed 
at: https://forms.documentservices.dla.mil/order/.  The site can be searched 
by form number or title, using the drop down at the top. Once form has been 
located, click the silver disc icon to download the form. 
 
3.  Utilize the amplifying guidance in the instruction section on the form to 
verify form is filled out correctly.  Discrepancies in the form will result 
in delays in processing the award nomination and potential return to 
submitting command for rework. 
 
4.  Point of contact is the CNO Awards Branch (DNS-13), 
cnoawards(AT)us.navy.mil, 703-695-0053. 
 
5.  Released by Mr. Andrew S. Haeuptle, Director, Navy Staff.// 
 
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