The information below provides an in-depth look at the distinctions between the next-generation Identification Card and the first generation Identification Card.
Next-Generation
ID RECIPIENTS*
- Department of Defense (DoD) civilian employees
- Eligible contractor employees
- Non-DoD/Other government employees
AFFILIATION
- Senior Executive Service (SES)
- Civilians
- Contractors
COLOR STRIPING**
- Foreign National (Blue Color Bar)
- Contractor (Green Color Bar)
- Civilian (No Color Bar)
*No Change
**Foreign Nationals received a red stripe on the first generation CAC
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