A Defense Authorization Bill …. Is That Asking Too Much?: Well, it looks like the answer is “yes.” According to Sen. John Warner (R-Va.), the issue of whether the full Senate takes up the 2006 defense authorization measure is “not a closed door.” He told reporters last week that he is working with Sen. Carl Levin (D-Mich.) to figure out how to get the bill moving. It’s high time and then some. (DR, 09/21/05)
Airmen and Guardians in the Active and Reserve component, as well as civilian employees, in “mission critical and high-risk populations” are now required to receive influenza vaccinations annually to “preserve force readiness,” according to a recent Department of the Air Force memo.