"Our head is above water, but I'm not sure for how long," one soldier said of his family.
Providing savings to service members is of particular concern right now due to the inflation in food prices.
A ban on Chinese-made products could affect sales of clothing, shoes, baby items, home appliances, electronics, computers, Apple phones and lots more.
A separate plan to pay all troops at least $15 an hour failed to gain enough support among lawmakers.
The moves are designed to help offset inflation costs hitting military families' finances.
The year 2022 was publicly dubbed the military's "most challenging recruiting year” in decades.
With moving season in full swing, this policy helps military families get their children into child development centers.
What has inflation done to your family budget? How are you stretching your dollars?
Both troops and civilian employees are in line for at least a 4.6% pay raise in 2023.
Lawmakers still could push the raise higher during debate in coming weeks.
Telework was becoming a solution for federally employed military spouses moving overseas, but major roadblocks have appeared.
Advocates have expressed concerns that the biggest pay raise in 20 years still might not be enough for military families to cover expenses.
Your premiums may have gone up; but you also need to make sure you have enough coverage.
You should check your military store for baby formula. Stores are having some success, but availability varies.
The White House has asked for a 4.6% raise in servicemember pay next year, but advocates question whether that will keep up with family financial needs.
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