Who is exempt from being a sponsor?

The correct answer is based on the understanding that individuals who are within 90 days of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) are typically not eligible to act as sponsors. This is because they are in transition and may not be able to provide the necessary guidance and support to new arrivals due to their limited time within the unit before moving to a new location themselves. Sponsorship requires a commitment to assist newcomers, and those close to their own move may lack the availability and stability needed to effectively fulfill this role.

In contrast, those who are familiar with the unit, have no impending deployments, or are newly assigned typically have the capacity and knowledge to provide support and information to newcomers. Therefore, they are more likely to be suitable candidates for the sponsorship role.