August 1, 2011 By U.S. Army WASHINGTON -- Army acquisition officials say they expect the service's newest airborne intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance asset to be available to the force within 18 months. "What we're hoping is to be able to have the first platform deployed as a Christmas present in the 2012, early 2013 time-frame," said Lt. Col. Dean Hoffman, product … [Read more...]
Agreement on the Bipartisan Debt and Budget Discipline Plan
The debt deal announced today is a victory for bipartisan compromise, for the economy and for the American people. The agreement: Removes the cloud of uncertainty over our economy at this critical time, by ensuring that no one will be able to use the threat of the nation's first default now, or in only a few months, for political gain; Locks in a down payment on significant … [Read more...]
Navy Seeking Applicants for LDO/CWO Programs
July 28, 2011 By Chief Mass Communication Specialist (SW) Maria Yager, Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs MILLINGTON, Tenn. (NNS) -- The Navy announced July 27 it is seeking applications from highly qualified Sailors in pay grades E-6 through E-9 for the Fiscal Year 2013 Active Limited Duty Officer (LDO) and Chief Warrant Officer (CWO) programs. "Limited duty officers and … [Read more...]
U.S Army Needs Applications Filled for Substance Abuse Councelors ASAP
July 28, 2011 By C. Todd Lopez WASHINGTON -- The Army needs 130 substance-abuse counselor positions filled as soon as possible -- or at least by Oct. 1. The Army Substance Abuse Program is short on providers who can help restore to duty those substance-impaired Soldiers who have the potential for continued military service. The Army needs about 10 additional providers each … [Read more...]
VA Launches New Prevention Initiative to Serve 22,000 Veteran Families at Risk of Homelessness
July 25, 2011 WASHINGTON -- Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric K. Shinseki announced today the award of nearly $60 million in homeless prevention grants that will serve approximately 22,000 homeless and at-risk Veteran families as part of the new Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program. This initial $60 million award will serve Veteran families at 85 … [Read more...]