Temporary BAH increases from 10 to 20 percent in 56 military housing areas will help ease the financial stress for service members. Relief societies are helping troops facing unexpected PCS costs, including thousands of dollars to transport their pets to and from overseas. Chain of command has direct access to options for soldiers caught in a bind this PCS season. Temporary increases in BAH and TLE being explored; some services offering flexibility in reporting dates. Effective immediately, 20 small pets will be allowed in cabin on Patriot Express flights. It's getting tougher to PCS pets to and from overseas. The outdated Joint Travel Regulation policy does not suit today’s realities, says the author of this commentary. By Col. Chris Karns
3 years ago She's lived the life, with 14 PCS moves under her belt and nursing licenses from seven states. The Army has also taken steps to improve this year's moving experience, such as giving more lead time for orders. The delay is probably good for military families, because officials won't be starting a whole new system for managing household goods shipments during the busy summer season. Load More