WASHINGTON, May 2, 2014 - A 50-percent increase in sexual assaults in the armed forces reflected in the Defense Department’s latest annual report indicates growing willingness among victims to report the crime and increasing confidence the military is providing them with support and taking action against perpetrators, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel said today. The … [Read more...]
Archives for May 2014
Update EFMP Status to Remain Current
May 2, 2014, MILLINGTON, Tenn. (NNS) - Navy leaders reminded Sailors that they are required to verify and update their Exceptional Family Member (EFM) status if applicable as mandated by OPNAVINST 1754.2D, May 1. "Every three years, 12 months prior to their projected rotation date, or when there is a change in condition, families enrolled in the Exceptional Family Member … [Read more...]
Marine Corps Changes Authorized ‘Professional Gear’ for PCS
May 2, 2014, MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, N.C. - Marines and sailors planning permanent change of station moves during the summer season should expect a change to the amount of professional gear authorized as part of a funded PCS. The Department of Defense plans to change policies regarding authorized weight limits for professional gear and what items constitute … [Read more...]
Natick Researchers Develop Combat Cooler
NATICK, Mass. (May 2, 2014) - Army researchers answered the call for insulated bottled water containers for Soldiers in the field. The result may be a life-saving product to protect Soldiers in vehicles during combat missions when water bottles could become dangerous projectiles during explosions. Researchers from the U.S. Army Natick Soldier Research, Development and … [Read more...]
Air Force Implements DOS Rollback Phase II
May 2, 2014, JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas (AFNS) - The Air Force has implemented the 2014 enlisted date of separation rollback program phase II, Air Force Personnel Center officials said May 1. The program accelerates the date of separation for Airmen who declined to acquire retainability for an assignment, training, retraining or professional military education, … [Read more...]