Finally underpinning these priorities is the imperative to support our service members and their families. The bill includes a 4.5% pay raise for all military personnel, Includes 2.5 billion toward an additional 15% pay raise for junior enlisted service members. This will have a significant positive impact on the recruitment and retention and will improve the quality of life for our service members and their families. (05:16–05:24)
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Asserts that the bill includes $2.5 billion for a 15% pay raise for junior enlisted service members.
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