Information for New CGMA Representatives

Welcome to Coast Guard Mutual Assistance!

Congratulations on your appointment as a Coast Guard Mutual Assistance Representative.

Several actions must be completed to successfully assume or transfer the duties and responsibilities of being a unit's Coast Guard Mutual Assistance Representative or Assistant Representative from one person to another.

Please Review  the CGMA Manual.  Paying particular attention to Chapters 2, 3, 4 and Appendix E. These chapters provide detailed information about being a CGMA Representative, including:

  • Actions Necessary Upon Appointment (Section 2.F.1)

  • Responsibilities (Section 2.F.2)

  • Assistance Policies (Chapter 3)

  • Approval Authority (Section 4.C)

  • Case Management (Chapter 4 and Appendix E)

  • You will find that other chapters of the Manual will help you conduct your Mutual Assistance activities.  It is strongly recommended that you become familiar with all sections of the CGMA Manual.

    To help make this transition easier, we have provided the following summary of items which must be completed upon your assignment as a CGMA Representative or Assistant Representative.  You will need to print and complete the following forms they are available in Adobe Acrobat (pdf) format:

      Appointment Letter
      Audit
      Bank Signature Card
      Representative Information and Certification Form
      Assistant Representative Information Certification Form

    After completing these items you will need to obtain a User Name and Password to access the CGMA-CMP program

    Please do not hesitate to contact CGMA Headquarters if you have any questions.

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