Who has the authority to approve or disapprove an authorization change request (ACR)?

The authority to approve or disapprove an authorization change request (ACR) is vested in the Major Command (MAJCOM). This is because MAJCOMs oversee the allocation of resources, policies, and operational directives within the Air Force, ensuring that changes to personnel authorizations align with strategic objectives and operational effectiveness. They have the necessary oversight and understanding of the broader implications that might result from changes in personnel authorizations at the unit level, making their role critical in the approval process.

While other options may play a part in personnel management and decision-making, such as providing input or recommendations, the ultimate authority for ACRs lies with the MAJCOM. Unit commanders may have insights into specific needs at their levels, and medical group leadership could provide medical-specific perspectives, but it is the MAJCOM that holds the final say regarding authorization adjustments across the command.