United States Military Non-Disabled Retirement Pay: Let it Stand!
Abstract
Over the years there have been numerous changes to the military retirement pay system, typically during a national financial crisis, most of which have had a negative impact on the retiree. The United States once again finds itself in a financial crisis and all stops are being pulled to keep the country afloat. As is typical in this scenario military retirement pay has gained some attention and proposals for change have been suggested. As could be expected these proposals would not favor the military retiree and one proposal actually suggest that the United States break its faith with active duty service members and change the retirement system in such a radical way as to affect those who currently serve. This paper goes into the background of the military retirement system and how it differs from the private sector, it also delves into the reasons the system has evolved in the manner in which it has and that the results of changing this system in the ways suggested would have dire consequences.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 17, 2013
- Accession Number
- ADA601761
Entities
People
- Matthew D. Floto
Organizations
- Marine Corps University