Number: RL33446
Title: Military Pay and Benefits: Key Questions and Answers
Authors: Charles A. Henning, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division 
Abstract: Debate continues over what kinds of pay and benefit increases are best for improving recruiting and retention. Of particular interest is the balance between across-the-board pay raises on the one hand, and ones targeted by grade, years of service, and occupational skill, on the other; and between cash compensation on the one hand and improvements in benefits such as housing, health care, and installation services on the other.
Pages: 15
Date: October 31, 2008