Army boosts recruitment through incentives and expanded reach
The Army reports stronger enlistment numbers this year after a poor 2008, crediting innovative recruiting, bonuses up to 40000 dollars, more recruiters, and broader age limits. Through August active duty totals reached 72997, with August marking 10000 plus for the second straight month.
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States push welfare to work to meet new federal mandate
The new federal law requires states to place half of all welfare households and 90 percent of two parent households into work activities or risk losing federal funds. Pennsylvania California and Michigan face large increases in required participants, while Texas Florida Georgia may meet targets easily. Experts warn penalties could fall on beneficiaries and complicate program administration.
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