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Latest "military child care" stories
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Child care fees plunge for many military families
The cost of child care is going down for many military families. In some cases they will be paying 30% to 40% less.
By Karen Jowers
Troops would see biggest pay raise since 2002 under Biden budget plan
The big pay boost is part of a $842 billion Defense Department spending plan unveiled by the White House on Thursday.
Congress approves construction of 14 more military child care centers
Congress wants to provide more child care for troops, but it will take time.
By Karen Jowers
These Florida military families will finally get a child care center
Families have fought for 10 years to get a child care center at their Florida base.
By Karen Jowers
DoD ponders one-time payments to lower ranks to ease economic stress
High-level discussions are underway about a one-time payment to help lower-paid military families deal with inflation struggles.
By Karen Jowers