Enlisted Association 2005 Accomplishments

  1. Another pay raise above the ECI, 3.1% pay increase (no targeted raises for senior enlisted this year)
  2. Continuance of the Full Time Support ramp
  3. Extension of recruiting and retention authorities
  4. BAH II all but eliminated; moved threshold from 139 days of AD to less than 30 days for full BAH
  5. TRICARE for all reservists (TRS)
  6. Military retirement credit for those in NY and VA who served on state active duty after 9/11/2001
  7. Use of MGIB for mobilized members use in securing licenses and certifications
  8. Modification of MGIB benefits for those who are mobilized or served on full time National Guard duty for national emergencies for more than 90 days
  9. Reenlistment bonus eligibility extended from 16 to 20 years service
  10. Flexible payment of assignment incentive pays