Military Personnel: Preliminary Observations Related to Income, Benefits, and Employer Support for Reservists During Mobilizations

Abstract

Since the end of the Cold War, there has been a shift in the way reserve forces have been used. Previously, reservists were viewed primarily as an expansion force that would supplement active forces during a major war. Today, reservists not only supplement but also replace active forces in military operations worldwide. Citing the increased use of the reserves to support military operations, House Report 107-436 accompanying the Fiscal Year 2003National Defense Authorization Act directed GAO to review compensation and benefits for reservists. In response, GAO is reviewing (1) income protection for reservists called to active duty,(2) family support programs, and(3) health care access. For this statement, GAO was asked to discuss its preliminary observations. GAO also was asked to discuss the results of its recently completed review concerning employer support for reservists.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 19, 2003
Accession Number
AD1170405

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  • Derek B. Stewart

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  • United States Government Accountability Office

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  • Biomedical

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  • Air Force
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  • Department Of Defense
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  • Health Care
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  • Military Mobilization and Reserve Forces Studies.
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