Guard/Reserve entering DES with existing VA Rating

invalid@example.com (cullenrp), cullenrp
Thu, 12 Mar 2026 04:53:47 +0000
Army LOD Forum

I have seen several past posts about specific language to include on the election form for IDES vs. LDES. I'm on the cusp of entering the DES and have an existing VA rating (100% P&T). PEBLO thinks I should elect LDES for the sake of time. I've read some compelling posts on this forum to NOT elect LDES, however, some very specific language has to be included to go along with the IDES election. Can someone please respond with that specific language? Much appreciated.