Latest "policy" stories

Navy lays out new 12-week parental leave policy

Score one for Navy families.

By Geoff Ziezulewicz

2 months ago

Air Force Brig. Gen. Leah G. Lauderback listens while Chief of Space Operations Gen. John W. Raymond delivers remarks during her promotion ceremony to major general at the Pentagon, Arlington, Virginia, Sept. 8, 2020. (Eric Dietrich/Air Force)

LGBTQ, indigenous task forces want to ‘light a fire to get things changed’

Leaders of the Air Force's two new minority policy groups outlined their next steps to improve life for the LGBTQ and indigenous communities.

By Rachel S. Cohen

22 months ago

Transgender airmen, guardians guaranteed equal opportunity under new policy

“Diverse backgrounds, beliefs and experiences make us a stronger workforce,” said acting Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Manpower and Reserve Affairs John Fedrigo.

By Rachel S. Cohen

23 months ago

How one airman’s experiences gave birth to new policy on maternity uniforms

Senior Master Sgt. Genevieve, superintendent of the 13 Reconnaissance Squadron couldn't find maternity uniforms anywhere. She soon realized she wasn't alone and decided to advocate and work for change.

By Harm Venhuizen

3 years ago

Army esports team announces Friday return to streaming

Following a five-week pause and much controversy, the Army's esports team is returning to streaming with improved policies and guidelines.

By Harm Venhuizen

3 years ago

David Trachtenberg, No. 2 policy official, exits Pentagon

Yet another spot in the Pentagon is opening up with the exit of the department's No. 2 policy official.

By Aaron Mehta

4 years ago