NEXs and Navy Lodges worldwide will remain open during the U.S. government shutdown.

"NEXs and Navy Lodges are non-appropriated funded activities and therefore will not be affected by any government shutdown," said Rear Adm. Robert J. Bianchi (Ret), Chief Executive Officer, Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM). "Customers can still purchase the products and services they need at any NEX around the world. At this time, our stores will continue to operate at their normal hours and our Navy Lodges will remain open for our military families."

NEXCOM's mission is to provide quality goods and services at a savings and to support Navy quality of life programs.

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