Very few low-income troops eligible for Basic Needs Allowance so far"DoD’s implementation of this benefit is inconsistent with congressional intent," said one military family advocate.By Karen Jowers10 months ago
New food insecurity stipend should help as many troops as possible, lawmakers argueMilitary officials expect to start awarding the new Basic Needs Allowance in calendar 2023.By Leo Shane III20 months ago
Military food insecurity is getting a Pentagon-level reviewThe Pentagon is giving its personnel chief 90 days to come up with a plan to address economic insecurity in the force.By Meghann Myers2 years ago
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