Lawmakers expressed concerns that extra money for young troops could make some families ineligible for federal nutrition programs.
All military members saw a significant pay raise in January 2025, but some troops will get even more this spring.
Troops ranked E-4 and below would see a 14.5% raise and all other troops a 4.5% raise under legislation headed to the White House.
The cap for credentialing reimbursements through the Army program will drop from $4,000 to $2,000 in coming months.
