Personal Property Activity (who runs military moves now)

Every family making a PCS household goods move in 2026 and beyond

The Global Household Goods Contract with HomeSafe Alliance was terminated in June 2025 after widespread missed pickups and deliveries, and moves went back to the traditional system in which transportation offices book government-approved moving companies. A permanent DoD organization, the Personal Property Activity, took over management of the household goods program in 2026 and is based at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois. Separately, DoD has directed cuts to discretionary PCS budgets beginning in fiscal 2027, so some families may see fewer or longer tours.

How to use it

Work through your installation personal property office and DPS as usual, and use the PCS call center (833-MIL-MOVE) when a mover or office is not responding.

Go to the official source

Last checked 2026-10. Rules and amounts change; your installation's finance, transportation or family center office has the final word.

Related in Moving Logistics

• Household Goods Weight Allowances
  Every service member shipping household goods
• Personally Procured Move (PPM / DITY)
  Families who want to move some or all of their own goods
• Move.mil and the Defense Personal Property System (DPS)
  Anyone booking a government-arranged household goods move
• Household Goods Loss and Damage Claims
  Families whose belongings were lost or damaged in a government move
• Plan My Move
  Anyone who wants a personalized PCS checklist
• Relocation Assistance Program and Loan Closets
  Families waiting for household goods to arrive