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ARMED FORCES NEWS |
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In a Statement of Administration
Policy on May 11, the administration's Office of management and Budget
registered opposition to several provisions of the House's version of the
fiscal Defense Authorization Act. For example, OMB objected to the House's
action to block the administration's efforts to double and triple Tricare
fees for military retirees under age 65. The administration also opposed
expansion of Tricare eligibility to all Selected Reserve members and their
families. OMB objections were based upon its estimate of cost. After the
Senate passes its version of the NDAA, expected to take place after the
Memorial Day recess, both versions will be hammered together by a joint
conference committee. |
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