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Dec. 3, 2024
Additional reimbursement authorized for pet transportation from countries with higher rabies risk

In response to the new Centers for Disease Control and Prevention regulation, the Defense Department has updated the Joint Travel Regulations to accommodate service members transporting a household pet during a PCS move from a high-risk country.
July 24, 2023
Air Force reinstates special bonuses, pays, most PCSs

With additional support from Congress on several pending reprogramming requests, the Air Force will restore funding to most military personnel programs that were suspended or closed last week.The Air Force will restore the Selective Retention Bonuses and the Aviation Bonus program beginning next
June 15, 2021
Current PCS, household goods affected by supply shortages

According to a newly released communiqué from the Air Force’s Personal Property Activity Headquarters, “Department of Defense demand this peak (PCS) season has greatly exceeded commercial industry capabilities, largely due to resource constraints associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. Per industry,
Nov. 10, 2020
App for military resources available to service members, families

The purpose of Military OneSource is to put as many resources as possible in one place, so people have an easier time finding what they need, said Erika Slaton, Military Community Support Programs associate director. The app makes it more convenient when users are away from their computers and are
May 16, 2019
Air Force to pay up to $500 for spouse occupational license transfer during PCS

The Air Force announced the spouse re-licensure reimbursement program, May 15, which would provide financial relief up to $500 to Airmen whose spouses must obtain state occupational relicensures or recertifications during a permanent change of station or assignment across state lines.