ADMINISTRATIVE POST (HARDSHIP) DIFFERENTIAL INCREASE TO ALL

UNCLAS STATE 045770 SIPDIS FOR MANAGEMENT COUNSELORS FROM ALS. E.O. 12958: N/A TAGS: ALOW AMGT AFIN ABUD SUBJECT: ADMINISTRATIVE POST (HARDSHIP) DIFFERENTIAL INCREASE TO ALL POSTS IN MEXICO REF: (A) Action Memo by U/S Kennedy dated May 1, 2009 (B) Sections 652, 653, 920, AND 925 of the U.S. Department of State Standardized Regulations ¶1. On Sunday, April 26, 2009, Under Secretary of State for Management, Patrick F. Kennedy directed that Post (Hardship) Differential rates for all diplomatic and consular posts in Mexico be raised by 5% for two pay periods. This decision was reaffirmed in writing on Friday, May 1, 2009. This action was taken due to the restrictions on USG personnel given the Government of Mexico's policies imposed to counter the spread and impact of the H1N1 virus. The temporary increase will expire at the conclusion of pay period 10 on Saturday 23 May 2009. ¶2. Questions regarding implementation may be directed to the Office of Allowances at ALLOWANCESO@STATE.GOV or 202-261-8700. CLINTON