Event Brief
Pentagon raises combat pay rates for troops
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Filed: Oct 01, 2026 at 3:07 PM ET
UPDATED Oct 02, 2026 at 3:04 PM ET
Summary: The Pentagon increased hostile fire pay from $225 to $450 per month and raised the monthly cap for imminent danger pay from $225 to $275 for eligible troops across all military services. The changes took effect Thursday, according to a memo from assistant secretary Tim Dill.
WHO: The Pentagon
WHAT: Raised hostile fire pay and the cap on imminent danger pay for eligible troops.
WHEN: Oct 1, 2026
WHERE: USA
WHY: The under secretary of defense for personnel and readiness said the increases recognize the risks and sacrifices of troops who face combat.
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