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Senate Approves Defense Policy Bill with Transgender Care Restrictions and Pay Raises for Junior Servicemembers

by Tim McBride
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The Senate has voted to pass the $895 billion annual defense policy bill, which includes a 14.5% pay raise for junior enlisted servicemembers and a restriction on transgender care for children under 18. The bill passed with an 85-14 vote and will now head to President Biden’s desk for signature.

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The bill, which is known as the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), outlines policy and authorizes funding for national security programs. It is a bipartisan effort, having received more support from the Senate than the House. The House passed the bill with a vote of 281-140, while the Senate passed it with an 85-14 vote.

The NDAA includes several provisions aimed at improving the quality of life for servicemembers. These include a 14.5% pay raise for junior enlisted servicemembers, increasing access to child care for servicemembers, and providing job support to military spouses.

The bill also includes a provision that restricts transgender care for children under 18, prohibiting military healthcare provider Tricare from paying for care that could result in sterilization. This has been a point of controversy, with some Democrats saying it is a discriminatory policy.

The NDAA includes several other provisions aimed at addressing national security concerns, including a ban on using Chinese-made drones and new measures to combat drone incursions near military bases.

The bill will now go to President Biden for his signature.

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