The Marine Corps published the June 2026 promotion list for first lieutenants. This MARADMIN is the legal authority for commanding officers to promote the named officers. The physical commission itself will arrive separately in 4 to 6 weeks, but COs don't need it in hand to conduct the ceremony.
Heads up: If your name is on this list, you are considered to have accepted your promotion on your date of rank unless you formally decline in writing before your command directs you to put on the new rank.
Who it affects
The four Reserve officers promoted are listed in paragraph 3 of the MARADMIN:
| Name | Date of Rank | MCC |
|---|---|---|
| Peter J. Cannella | 03 Jun 26 | SK5 |
| Jesus Mosqueda | 13 Jun 26 | SQA |
| Dustan R. Jones | 22 Jun 26 | S11 |
| Dawn E. Parry | 28 Jun 26 | S26 |
Fifty-four active duty 2ndLts are also promoted under paragraph 2. That list is in the full MARADMIN if you need it.
What you need to do
If your name is on this list: Nothing formal is required to accept. Your promotion is effective on your date of rank. Make sure your CO knows and can arrange the ceremony. Sample commissions and the oath of office are in Chapter 6 of MCO 1400.31D or at the Officer Promotions page on Marines.mil (under Marines / Career / Promotions / Officer Promotions / Reference tab).
If you want to decline: You must submit a written letter of declination to CMC (MMPB-10) at the moment your command notifies you and directs you to put on the new rank. Any action or statement that signals acceptance permanently waives your right to decline.
If you are a CO with a named officer: Review the officer's fitness, physical exam status, and any adverse information before the effective date. If there is a basis to delay promotion, notify CMC (MMPB-10) before the date of rank so the promotion is not entered in Marine Corps Total Force System (MCTFS). Written notice to the officer is also required.
If you are considering retirement: Review MCO 1900.16 for service obligations before accepting the promotion.
Key dates
- Dates of rank run from 1 June through 30 June 2026, varying by officer (see the table above for Reserve officers).
- Commissions will arrive by mail 4 to 6 weeks after the MARADMIN date.
- Declination must occur before the command directs the officer to wear the new insignia.
The official version
See MARADMIN 236/26 for the full promotion list and authority.
Referenced orders: MCO 1400.31D (Marine Corps Promotion Manual, Vol. 1), MCO 1900.16 (Separation and Retirement Manual), SECNAVINST 1412.6M, SECNAVINST 1420.3.
POC: Maj M. J. Cook, MMPB-10, (703) 784-9705, officerpromotions@usmc.mil
This is written by a reservist, for reservists. It is not an official publication of HQMC or MARFORRES. Always verify guidance with your command or unit S-1 before acting on any article or summary.