JANUARY 11, 2023 - When Devon Feenstra graduated from Le Mars Community High School a few years ago, he knew he wanted to go to college. He also knew college could bridle him with some serious debt. Feenstra found a way to pay for college that would keep him debt free, while also adding some unique real-world experiences and responsibilities. While other students find … [Read more...]
DoD Expands Military Parental Leave Program
JANUARY 4, 2023 - Today, the Department of Defense announced the expansion of the Military Parental Leave Program (MPLP) via Directive-type Memorandum 23-001 – “Expansion of the Military Parental Leave Program.” The expansion was made in accordance with DTM 23-001 and the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022, builds on the Department’s support of military … [Read more...]
2023 CONUS COLA Rates Released
DECEMBER 27, 2022 - The Defense Department released the 2023 Continental United States Cost-of-Living Allowance (CONUS COLA) rates, which take effect Jan. 1, 2023. In 2023, $8 million will be paid to approximately 5,000 service members stationed within CONUS. CONUS COLA is a supplemental allowance designed to help offset higher prices in the highest-cost locations in CONUS … [Read more...]
DoD Increases Child Care Fees to Maintain Quality
DECEMBER 27, 2022 - The Defense Department implemented annual changes to the Child Development Program Fee Policy and restructured total family income categories which determine child care fees. The policy change includes fee increases necessary to ensure the department's ability to find and keep skilled child care staff and to continue providing quality care for military … [Read more...]
BAH Rates Will Increase By Average of 12.1%
DECEMBER 16, 2022 - The Defense Department has released the basic allowance for housing, or BAH rates for 2023. Those rates have risen, on average, by 12.1%, said the Pentagon press secretary during a briefing today. "The significant increase in average BAH rates is reflective of the unique market conditions experienced across many locations nationwide over the past year," … [Read more...]