July 3rd, 2009 by B
Additional money will be paid to members of the Armed Services who agree to serve in Afghanistan up to an additional six years, or when the US ceases operation in the country. Up to $41,667 may be paid per year to a member, and $83,334 may be paid per year to a member who is fluent in certain languages. This period of time may include “reasonable periods of leave.” H. R. 2960 was referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
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June 25th, 2009 by B
The Department of Defense would be required to buy military medals, badges, ribbons and so forth from producers in the United States. The term ‘United States’ involves any territory or commonwealth of the US, such as Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands. One exception to the Department of Defense not buying from the US would be if the item is not produced by any company in this country. H.R. 2856 was referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
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June 18th, 2009 by B
If you are in the military and called to action, the government pays for the rest of the schooling you were required to pay for the semester. This does not cover tuition and expenses already paid by the student. H.R. 2456 was referred to the Committee on Education and Labor
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