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More troops may soon get access to expanded food options
Services will be testing programs that allow troops to use their common access cards outside of standard dining facilities.
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Lawmakers move to further restrict cellphones in DOD schools
Overall, cellphone use is not a systemic issue, says DODEA.
Inside the Agencies
The latest news on program and project management policies and best practices, HR developments, budgets and pay and benefits — everything you need to know about federal operations.
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Defense Department proposes splitting military health system budget
The Defense Department wants to split its funding for the military health system to protect military facilities and care.
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Nearly $2M available for military families in Guam after typhoon
Relief societies are providing grants to military, families in Guam for basic needs such as shelter, food and gas.
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Thrift Savings Plan participants sue over access to funds
The TSP, which has some $800 billion in assets, announced a year ago that it was standing up a new system to improve customer service.
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Credit union ready with military paycheck assistance if U.S. defaults
Credit union members must be participating in direct deposit, and must register for the program.
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Another career logistician takes the helm of the commissary agency
The new director says he appreciates the impact of the commissary benefit on quality of life of troops and families.
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Military exchange online shoppers can now buy Home Depot appliances
Eligible military shoppers can buy Home Depot appliances tax-free at the online exchange store and some exchanges on Army and Air Force installations.
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‘Devastating’ debt default threatens troop pay, defense programs
If Congress fails to raise the debt ceiling, payments to troops, veterans and defense contractors could cease as soon as June.
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How successful are military spouses in getting federal contracts?
Lawmakers want data on how many military spouse-owned businesses bid for, and win, federal contracts.
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Advocates decry ‘chilling effect’ of housing companies’ subpoenas
Housing advocates oppose efforts to force them to provide confidential information they say could dissuade military families from seeking their help.
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2023 or bust: Now’s the time to revise your Survivor Benefit Plan
Military retirees have a once-in-a-generation chance to revise their Survivor Benefit Plan during the congressionally-authorized 2023 “SBP Open Season.”
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Could troops get a 100% housing allowance Jan. 1? What that would mean
Defense officials haven’t made a decision about whether to restore the full housing allowance, but it could mean at least $100 extra a month for troops.
