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Airmen, guardians could see revamped parental leave policy by new year
The changes are awaiting approval by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s policy shop.
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Pay & Benefits
Historic boost in troops’ housing allowance set for 2023
As housing costs rise, troops will get the largest percentage increase in BAH in at least 15 years.
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Millions of military kids serve as caregivers. They need help too.
The specific impacts of caregiver duties will vary by child, but there is a potential for adverse effects on their mental and physical wellbeing.
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Students’ scores in DoD schools among highest in the nation, report says
Students with disabilities and Black and Hispanic students also scored consistently higher than their peers, according to the analysis conducted by the Government Accountability Office.
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Military spouse unemployment could change after pandemic
Military spouses have historically faced high rates of unemployment.
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Are military spouse employment programs working?
Hundreds of millions of dollars have been spent by DoD, nonprofit organizations and employers, but spouse unemployment is still high, advocacy group says.
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Utility bills for base housing are returning; few details offered
Defense officials intend to reestablish the Resident Energy Conservation Program, which would monetarily reward tenants who conserve energy and charge more to those who don't. But details are scant.
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Commissary shelves are ‘consistently empty’ customers say
Commissary officials have been fighting to get more products on the shelves. Here's the lay of the land.
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