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FY 2020 President's Budget for USSOCOM Operation and Maintenance

Core Content Overview

The Fiscal Year (FY) 2020 President's Budget for the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) outlines the financial and operational planning for the command's Operation and Maintenance (O&M) activities. This budget is divided into Budget Activities (BA), with the primary focus on Operating Forces (BA-01) and Training and Recruiting (BA-03), and includes Administrative and Service-Wide Activities (BA-04). The budget also addresses personnel and financial summaries, highlighting changes in funding, program adjustments, and personnel strength across different military services and categories.

Main Points and Key Information

Mission and Operations

• USSOCOM's mission is to provide fully capable special operations forces (SOF) to defend the U.S. and its interests, and to plan and synchronize operations against terrorist networks.
• USSOCOM is designated as the Coordinating Authority for Countering Violent Extremist Organizations (CVEO) and Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD).
• SOF personnel are key members of Joint, Interagency, and International teams and must be prepared to use all authorities and elements of power to accomplish missions.
• SOF personnel are expected to maintain professionalism, cultural awareness, responsiveness, and initiative in complex and ambiguous environments.

Budget Activities (BA) Overview

BA-01: Operating Forces

• Includes Combat Development Activities, Intelligence, Maintenance, Management & Operational Headquarters, and Operational Support.
• Theater Forces SAG is a newly created consolidation of previous sub-activities, including support for training centers, language offices, and operational units such as the U.S. Army Special Warfare Center, Naval Special Warfare Groups, Marine Special Operations School, and Air Force Special Tactics Groups.

BA-03: Training and Recruiting

• Focuses on Professional Development Education and Specialized Skill Training.
• Includes funding for the Joint Special Operations University (JSOU), U.S. Air Force Special Operations School (USAFSOS), and Naval Special Warfare Center.
• The Operational Support SAG includes communication capabilities, facility restoration, and acquisition program management.

Financial Summary

• The FY 2020 Estimate for O&M is $6,053,113,000.
• The FY 2019 Enacted amount is $5,767,210,000, excluding $3,681,461,000 of OCO Appropriations Funding.
• The FY 2018 Actuals include $3,356,290,000 of OCO Appropriations Funding.
• The Total Supplies & Materials for FY 2020 is $649,528,000.
• The Total Equipment Purchases for FY 2020 is $24,635,000.

Personnel Summary

• Total Civilian End Strength increases from 6,438 in FY 2018 to 6,651 in FY 2020.
• Total Direct Hire also increases from 6,438 to 6,651.
• Average Annual Civilian Salary slightly decreases from $122,000 to $119,500.
• Contractor FTEs increase from 5,700 in FY 2018 to 6,014 in FY 2020.

Force Structure

• Active Military End Strength increases from 63,579 in FY 2018 to 66,559 in FY 2020.
• Reservists on Full Time Active Duty increase from 3,390 in FY 2019 to 3,390 in FY 2020.
• Military End Strength for each service:
  • Air Force: 16,404 (FY 2018) → 16,830 (FY 2019) → 16,830 (FY 2020)
  • Army: 34,294 (FY 2018) → 34,290 (FY 2019) → 34,920 (FY 2020)
  • Marine Corps: 3,004 (FY 2018) → 3,053 (FY 2019) → 3,221 (FY 2020)
  • Navy: 9,877 (FY 2018) → 10,349 (FY 2019) → 10,526 (FY 2020)

Key Changes and Adjustments

• The FY 2020 Estimate excludes $3,796,813,000 of OCO Appropriations Funding.
• There are price changes and program changes affecting the budget, with some sub-activities experiencing increases or decreases in funding.
• The Theater Forces SAG is a new consolidation of several sub-activities, while the Operational Support SAG is a reorganization of previous sub-activities.

Summary Table

Conclusion

The FY 2020 President's Budget for USSOCOM O&M reflects a strategic reorganization and reallocation of funds to support the evolving needs of SOF operations, training, and maintenance. It emphasizes the importance of cybersecurity, intelligence, and specialized training in maintaining the readiness and effectiveness of the U.S. Special Operations Forces. The budget also highlights the increase in civilian and contractor personnel, as well as the restructuring of budget sub-activities to better align with operational demands.