KEYWORDS: SBP Annuity, Survivor Benefits

DIGEST: The mandatory language contained under 10 U.S.C. § 1448(d) specifically prohibits payment of a Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) annuity to the surviving spouse or dependent children of a member who dies on active duty if the member is required under a court order or spousal agreement to provide an annuity to his former spouse.  

CASE NO: 2019-CL-012301.2

DATE: 06/25/2019