ALCGFD28 006/25 - FORCE DESIGN 2028 - THE TIME IS NOW

R 252052Z JUL 25
FM COMDT COGARD WASHINGTON DC
TO ALCGFD28
BT
UNCLAS
ALCGFD28 006/25
SUBJ: FORCE DESIGN 2028 - THE TIME IS NOW
1. On 25 June 2025, Secretary Noem approved the Force Design 2028 (FD28) Execution
Plan and today the Acting Commandant released the FD28 Execution Plan Summary. This
plan outlines how we WILL BE a stronger, more ready, and more capable fighting
force. We cannot delay action - the time is NOW!
2. Every Coast Guard Active Duty and Reserve member, Civilian employee, and
Auxiliarist should read the FD28 Execution Plan Summary
(https://media.defense.gov/2025/Jul/25/2003761706/-1/-1/0/FD28 EXECUTION PLAN
SUMMARY.PDF) as soon as possible so they can understand their key actions under this
plan.
3. The FD28 Execution Plan will guide our efforts to control, secure, and defend the
border, facilitate the flow of commerce, and respond to all contingencies - all
supported by a historic $24.539 billion investment in the Coast Guard through the
One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Improving the Coast Guard is an all-hands effort crucial
to defending the Homeland and ensuring the continued safety and prosperity of the
American people.
4. Continue to check the FD28 website
(https://www.uscg.mil/leadership/commandants-initiatives/forcedesign2028/) to track
progress and learn about the future of our Coast Guard and additional opportunities
to address the challenges facing the Service and the nation.
5. Force Design 2028 Implementation Team respectively sends.
6. Internet release authorized.