Military bases teem with PFAS — there’s still no firm plan for cleanupExcessive levels of toxic PFAS chemicals have been detected at 80% of active and decommissioned military bases.By Sachi Kitajima Mulkey, Grist8 days ago
Senators unsure about House plan to boost troop pay, housing stipendsHouse lawmakers are moving ahead with plans to increase junior enlisted pay and military housing stipends, but the idea could face opposition in the SenateBy Leo Shane III12 days ago
Pentagon can boost pay for separated families to $400 — but hasn’t Despite Congress authorizing the increase, the Pentagon is treating it as optional amid an ongoing compensation study.By Davis Winkie, Karen Jowers and Leo Shane III4 months ago
DOD to target ‘forever chemicals’ near Michigan military base — againEnvironmentalists say the effort will help prevent PFAS from spreading across the region near the former Wurtsmith Air Force Base.4 months ago
Military families may get better access to mental health careFamilies could see lower costs for mental health care as well as expanded counseling services.By Karen Jowers4 months ago
Congress approves Space Force part-timers, but still no Space GuardA new Space Force structure approved in the 2024 defense policy law may create more flexibility for troops.By Jonathan Lehrfeld and Rachel S. Cohen4 months ago
New in 2024: Housing panel gives military families a voiceService members and spouses from each U.S. military branch will be invited to join a new housing-focused working group.By Karen Jowers4 months ago
Ibogaine shrub helps vets with traumatic brain injury, study findsThe study comes on the heels of legislation meant to explore the medicinal properties of numerous psychedelics.By Zamone Perez4 months ago
Military quality of life a key focus of Congress in 2024A special House panel has been examining the issue for the last year.By Leo Shane III4 months ago
Junior enlisted pay to be key congressional focus in 2024House Republicans are already looking at ways to put more money into the wallets of lower-ranking service members.By Leo Shane III5 months ago
DOD to study whether COVID-19 vaccine helped or hurt troopsA provision in the annual defense bill continues the controversy surrounding the vaccine.By Leo Shane III5 months ago
Defense bill grants Native American veterans more paths to advocacyA congressional charter for the National American Indian Veterans organization passed as part of the 2024 National Defense Authorization Act.By Jonathan Lehrfeld and Nikki Wentling5 months ago