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Making a military move? The road may be bumpy; these tips will help
The rules for making a PCS move have improved in relation to replacement costs for lost or damaged goods and the handling of certain items.
By Karen Jowers
Latest "household goods" stories
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$6.2 billion contract for moving troops’ household goods clears hurdle
If the transition continues, the new system would be moving troops and families in peak season 2024.
By Karen Jowers
The household goods contract is protested — again — with military families caught in the middle
It's not clear whether the protest will alter the timeline for service members to begin using the new moving process, which is now expected in late 2022.
By Karen Jowers
Military moves: The ‘trail of misery’ continues with long delays, families say
Shipping snarls cause some military families to wait an extra four months or longer for their household goods shipments.
By Karen Jowers
Senior military leaders considering increasing household goods weight allowances for troops
The Army has also taken steps to improve this year's moving experience, such as giving more lead time for orders.
By Karen Jowers
Troops’ weight allowances for household goods moves may increase by next summer
The services are looking at increases across the board, Army official says.
By Karen Jowers