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Penny for your thoughts: Military stores to modify change policies
After the U.S. Mint stopped producing pennies, various stores, including military shops, are running out of the coins.
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As shutdown affected military moves, task force helped resolve issues
“I’m trying to be the one belly button for people who are frustrated, to help them out,” said the commander of the PCS Joint Task Force.
Pay & Benefits
Comprehensive news and information from Air Force Times about military pay and benefits
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The Air Force is putting big money behind its effort to keep aviators in the service
Eligible active-duty aviators have until May 31 to apply for the fiscal year 2026 bonus program.
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How to use VA disability benefits to pay for dependents’ education
DEA benefits can be a smart way to pay for dependents’ schooling.
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Better pay for junior troops will be top focus of new House panel
The lawmaker leading the work said he hopes to propose major changes to military pay in early 2024.
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Very few low-income troops eligible for Basic Needs Allowance so far
“DoD’s implementation of this benefit is inconsistent with congressional intent,” said one military family advocate.
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New DoD health agency director is ‘baddest woman in the Army’
Lt. Gen. Telita Crosland said she’ll work with Tricare contractors to make sure all beneficiaries in the community are served.
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Fixing disability and retirement pay is Congress’ next big vets issue
Advocates are hopeful they can finally fix the so-called “concurrent receipt” issue this session, following legislative successes last year.
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Parents: Here’s your chance to speak your mind about DoD schools
The survey is open through Feb. 4 for parents of all students in DoDEA schools. Surveys for students, educators and support staff will come later.
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Troops earn more than civilians but are more likely to go hungry
The data suggest things that researchers just don’t understand at this point.
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Military spouses can now apply for ‘game changing’ employment program
DoD is paying spouses’ salaries for a 12-week fellowship with private companies during the three-year pilot program.
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An Army family doctor now leads the Defense Health Agency
Maj. Gen. Telita Crosland is the second soldier and first African American to lead the Defense Health Agency.
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More pharmacies rejoin Tricare network. Are there enough?
An additional 4,356 independent pharmacies will rejoin the Tricare retail pharmacy network, effective Jan. 15.
