From the CEO
News, updates, and messages from Kyle Longton, CEO of AFSPA
Welcome and thank you for visiting our site!
My name is Kyle Longton, Chief Executive Officer of AFSPA.
AFSPA’s mission is to provide unparalleled service to our unique membership. We deliver a comprehensive set of health insurance benefits and other services tailored to the needs of the Foreign Service and other Federal Executive branch employees. This mission has been evident since the establishment of our organization in 1929, when our founders set out to build an Association to ensure members of the Foreign Service get access to the care they need while serving overseas.
Over the years, we’ve opened our membership to civil service employees from the State Dept., Dept. of Defense, Dept. of Homeland Security and other agencies who work to support U.S. foreign affairs and related missions. We even expanded our benefits to include comprehensive network coverage for members living in the United States.
Today, our membership has grown to over 100,000 active and retired Federal employees and their families, where 60% of them are enjoying our benefits right here in the U.S. Please take a moment to read the archives of my monthly messages below and explore the rest of our website to learn more about all we have to offer.
To Choosing Your Health,
Kyle Longton, CAE, REBC
CEO, AFSPA
From the CEO – February 2025
February has arrived, bringing with it American Heart Month—a time to raise awareness about heart disease and its impact on our lives. Heart disease continues to be the leading cause of death in the United States, yet it is often preventable through healthy lifestyle choices and regular medical check-ups. As we celebrate love and kindness this month, let’s not forget to love and care for ourselves by making efforts to live healthier lives in order to feel better.
Special Message From the CEO: Updates and Reminders for AFSPA Members
We have begun receiving a number of questions from our members about how changes within the Federal government may affect programs and benefits offered by AFSPA. This message will provide answers to some of those questions and concerns as well as additional information that may be useful to you. The information is current as of the date and time it is posted.
From the CEO – January 2025
Happy 2025! As we enter the new year, I would like to warmly welcome all the new members who have chosen to join the Foreign Service Benefit Plan (FSBP) and our Ancillary Insurance Programs (AIP). This Open Season was our most successful yet, with more than 3,000 new enrollees selecting FSBP for comprehensive benefits, including medical and prescription drug coverage, supporting you wherever you are.
From the CEO – December 2024
As Open Season comes to a close, you have just one week left to make sure your 2025 health plan meets your family’s needs for the upcoming year. It is important not to wait until the last minute to make any necessary updates. If you are an active-duty employee and decide to switch health plans, your new benefits will begin on January 12, 2025. For retirees and annuitants, however, your 2025 plan benefits will start on January 1, 2025. Be sure to review your options before the deadline! If you are currently enrolled in the Foreign Service Benefit Plan (FSBP) and are satisfied with your coverage, no action is needed—your coverage will automatically renew each year.
