Originally Posted by
sbm12
Yes. Call the MPSC a few days before the trip and ask if they'll advance you the status because you're about to qualify and want to get some of the benefits on that trip. I've had success with this in the past.
OP should be very aware, however, that while I'm sure it has happened to someone or maybe a few before, this is far from SOP and is more of a longshot than a sure thing. In other words, calling and asking certainly doesn't hurt, but a yes answer is a bonus and not an entitlement, and expect to be told no and not to be disappointed with that answer.