By C. Todd Lopez WASHINGTON (Army News Service, Oct. 10, 2011) -- The potential of DOD facing additional budget cuts of $500-600 billion over the next 10 years keeps him "up at night," said Secretary of the Army John McHugh. The Department of Defense is already looking at budget cuts meant to save the federal government $450 billion over 10 years. In addition, lawmakers who … [Read more...]
Army Targeted to Face Future Budget Cuts
October 6, 2011 By C. Todd Lopez WASHINGTON (Army News Service) -- Budget challenges loom in the Army's future. In fact, just about any portion of the federal budget could be cut to help the United States reduce its yearly deficit. In fiscal year 2011, the government spent an estimated $1.6 trillion more than it collected in revenue. In fiscal year 2012, it's estimated the … [Read more...]
Commissary E-Card Rolls Out Savings Come Fall
If you live on or near a Commissary, then you will be happy to hear that DeCA has announced that the Commissary will be rolling out an e-coupon card program soon! E-Coupons are coupons that are loaded directly to your store savings / loyalty / rewards card. You will be able to upload coupons to your card from the Commissary website. To find other stores that will be … [Read more...]
TAMP
The Transition Assistance Management Program (TAMP) provides a variety of services and opportunities to service members preparing to transition out of the military. TAMP helps Sailors get ready for civilian life, since many soldiers don't have the education on how to adjust from soldier life to civilian. Every transitioning Sailor must complete the DD Form 2648, and will be … [Read more...]
Deadline For Special “Stop Loss” Pay Closing In Fast
September 21,2011 From a Defense Department News Release WASHINGTON, Sept. 21, 2011 – Only a month remains for eligible service members, veterans and their beneficiaries to apply for Retroactive Stop Loss Special Pay. Officials extended a previous deadline to Oct. 21 to allow more time for eligible people to apply. "The nation has rallied behind this effort -- the military … [Read more...]