John Thune: “It includes a 3.8% pay raise for our troops.”

“And it will help ensure that we can sustain the record recruitment levels that we've seen this year. It also supports critical investments in service member quality of life. That It includes a 3.8% pay raise for our troops. and includes investments in on base housing, education opportunities, child care, and other support from military members and their families. Mr. President, this bill will help rebuild our military.” (03:24–03:37)

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