NEWS

Aug. 28, 2023
DoD announces changes to special leave accrual policy for service members

The revised provisions of section 701 U.S.C. title 10 reduced the maximum amount of accrued leave that may be retained by a service member at the end of the FY from 120 days to 90 days.
Aug. 16, 2023
DAF opens public comment period for Support of Military Families basing-decision scorecard updates

The DAF opened a public comment period regarding recent updates to the background and methodology for Support of Military Families scorecards for spouse licensure portability and dependent education surrounding department bases.
Aug. 14, 2023
DoD announces inaugural innovation challenge on talent management

The Talent Management Innovation Challenge encourages DoD military and civilian employees at all levels to submit promising talent management ideas with potential to make an impact across the Department in recruiting, retaining, and promoting a diverse force.
Aug. 7, 2023
Brandon Act expedites mental health care referrals for Airmen, Guardians

The Brandon Act is intended to help identify and get care for mental health concerns by making it easier to access – and required of leaders to take seriously – mental health support by referencing “The Brandon Act” when they need a referral to mental health services.
July 31, 2023
Department of the Air Force takes action on barriers to mental health, wellness, resilience

The Fortify the Force Initiative Team, championed by the Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force and Chief Master Sergeant of the Space Force, had volunteers from myriad functional communities working to promote holistic wellness and address resiliency barriers since early 2022.
July 27, 2023
CSAF, Tuskegee Airmen recognize 75 years of trailblazing

The event recognized the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen and their impact of ensuring Airmen as well as other service members can serve to their full potential.
July 27, 2023
General Allvin nominated to be next Air Force Chief of Staff

Air Force Vice Chief of Staff Gen. David W. Allvin, a command pilot with joint planning and strategy expertise, has been nominated as the Air Force’s 23rd Chief of Staff, Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin III announced July 26.
July 27, 2023
Secretary of the Air Force unveils historic first CSO portrait

The Secretary of the Air Force unveiled the portrait of retired Gen. John W. “Jay” Raymond, the first Chief of Space Operations, during an historic event at the Pentagon July 24.
July 24, 2023
Air Force reinstates special bonuses, pays, most PCSs

With additional support from Congress on several pending reprogramming requests, the Air Force will restore funding to most military personnel programs that were suspended or closed last week.The Air Force will restore the Selective Retention Bonuses and the Aviation Bonus program beginning next
July 20, 2023
Air Force aligns leadership titles with joint force

Effective Aug. 1, the Air Force will change duty titles from vice commander to deputy commander to better align terminology with its sister services.