OpinionImproving how service members build wealth With the prospect of a hefty raise for junior enlisted ahead, the author of this op-ed shares ways troops can improve long-term financial security.By U.S. Army Maj. Gen. (ret.) John G. Ferrari2 days ago
Junior enlisted to get 20% pay bump, E5s get 13% more under House planHouse lawmakers are looking to overhaul the military's pay tables next year to dramatically boost junior enlisted pay.By Leo Shane III3 days ago
Troop pay, housing problems lead senior enlisted leaders’ concernsLawmakers are weighing possible changes to military compensation systems as a way to improve families' quality of life.By Leo Shane III4 months 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
Skip the trip: More military ID cardholders can now renew onlineAbout 1 million military family members, retirees and others now benefit from the change.By Karen Jowers4 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
Military families will see a boost in separation pay in 2024 Troops forced to serve apart from their dependents will now get up to $400 a month in extra financial help.By Leo Shane III5 months ago
Navy rolls out new financial incentives for some recruitersSome enlisted recruiters in the pay grades E-4 through E-8 are now eligible for up to $500 a month in assignment incentive pay, according to the Navy.By Diana Stancy5 months ago
Troops set for largest pay boost in 22 years under defense plan President Joe Biden is expected to sign the annual defense authorization bill into law later this month.By Leo Shane III5 months ago
Congress poised to pass annual defense authorization bill this weekDefense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of Dec. 11, 2023.By Leo Shane III5 months ago
Officers whose nominations were blocked in Senate could get back payA Senate proposal would award retroactive pay and benefits to senior leaders who waited months for confirmation due to a political standoff.By Leo Shane III5 months ago
Defense bill drops disputed abortion provisions in final compromiseThe annual defense authorization bill contains a 5.2% pay raise for troops and a host of other policy renewals needed for military operations.By Leo Shane III5 months ago