Department of Defense Financial Management Regulation (DoD FMR) Volume 16, titled “Department of Defense Debt Management,” establishes the comprehensive policies and procedures for the administration, collection, and resolution of debts owed to the DoD by any person, organization, or entity. The volume provides detailed, specialized instructions for collecting debts from diverse categories of debtors, including current and former civilian employees, active duty and reserve military members, military retirees, contractors, and foreign entities. It strictly mandates due process requirements—such as issuing formal debt notification letters and affording individuals the opportunity for a review or formal hearing—befo ...