By Tech. Sgt. Mareshah Haynes Defense Media Activity 1/15/2012 - FORT GERORGE G. MEADE, Md. (AFNS) -- Airmen now have another option when it comes to choosing a caretaker for their children, pets and homes and even tutors. Sittercity is a program that helps connect people who need babysitters, nannies, pet sitters, tutors, housekeepers and adult caregivers with reputable and … [Read more...]
2012 BAH Alaska
Alaska (FY2012) Find your Location and the corresponding Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) in the pay tables below. All pay is listed in terms of dollars per month. Enlisted Personnel (Without Dependents) Location E-1 E-2 E-3 E-4 E-5 E-6 E-7 E-8 E-9 … [Read more...]
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President Obama Discusses the Defense Strategic Review
Good morning, everybody. The United States of America is the greatest force for freedom and security that the world has ever known. And in no small measure, that’s because we’ve built the best-trained, best-led, best-equipped military in history — and as Commander-in-Chief, I’m going to keep it that way. Indeed, all of us on this stage — every single one of us — have a … [Read more...]
5 Major Changes Coming to the Military in 2012
Five of the important changes being made in the Military in 2012 include an update to the physical training (PT) test for the first time since it's inception, three new combat uniforms are to be made by end of year, a possible decrease in education benefits for troops, a reduction in brigade combat teams (BCT), and a 1.6% increase in basic pay via Executive Order 13594. 1. … [Read more...]