NEW 2012 Military Clothing Allowance Rates Military Enlisted members are provided monetary allowances to pay for uniform replacement and maintenance. These allowances are based on the cost of specific uniform items, and on an estimated “wear out” date for each specific item. The clothing allowance typically is paid on the anniversary of the day members … [Read more...]
Air Force Normalizes Short-Tour Credit Policy
6/30/2011 - WASHINGTON (AFNs) -- Beginning July 1, Airmen will no longer receive short tour credit for overseas temporary duty assignments of 181 consecutive days. This change initially was announced in a memorandum signed by Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz in April. In June 2003, a temporary exception to policy was approved to award short-tour credit to Airmen … [Read more...]
Independence Day message From Marines
7/1/2011 By Lt. Gen. Kenneth J. Glueck Jr. , Marine Corps Bases Japan OKINAWA, Japan -- This year, we celebrate our nation’s 235th year of independence. The Declaration of Independence, signed July 4, 1776 in Philadelphia by the Continental Congress, is a document, written by patriots over 200 years ago, that continues to inspire us today. Independence Day is more than a … [Read more...]
New Sexual Assault, Harassment Program Emerging
June 29, 2011 By Kerstin Lopez, Fort Carson FORT CARSON, Colo. -- The Army is taking a stand against sexual harassment and assault with the implementation of a new program. The Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention program is a comprehensive integration and transformation of the Army’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program and Prevention of Sexual … [Read more...]
DOD Launches Military Spouse Employment Partnership Program
By Elaine Sanchez American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON, June 29, 2011 – In an effort to address military spouses' employment challenges, the Defense Department today launched a program to expand career opportunities for military spouses worldwide, and to recognize the skills and talents they bring to the employment table. Flanked by military spouses and corporate leaders, … [Read more...]