Action in Congress

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The Working Families Tax Relief Act of 2004 is providing only temporary relief from reduced tax benefits for an estimated 10,000 military members serving in Iraq, Afghanistan and other combat zones. The Military Personnel Financial Services Protection Act would end the on-base sales to service members of high-pierced securities and controversial life insurance products.

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Action in Congress

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Action taken in Congress regarding US Air Force personnel is reviewed. New income protection for the Guard and Reserve personnel, PentagonEs issuance of final policy guidance on the new Combat-Related Special Compensation (CRSC) and upgrading of the Survivor Benefit Plan by the House Armed Services Committee are some of the subjects covered.

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Action in congress

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Rep. John McHugh, chairman of the subcommittee overseeing military stores showed concern over the store prices. Latest on retiree drug costs, the new Veterans' Disability Benefits Commission and goal of Survivor Benefit Plan Reforms are discussed.

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