Bob, MARS members are not authorized to be issued a Common Access Card. However, DOD Instruction 4650 delineates the MWR privileges available to MARS members, specifically: "All MARS members can be considered for benefits associated with DOD civilian service, such as access to DOD Morale, welfare, and recreation Category C recreational facilities in accordance with DOD Instruction 1015.10, credit unions associated with the Department of Defense, and military ceremonies." Hope this answers your question. Paul