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Lapse in appropriations

This happens when Congress fails to pass new funding laws before the old ones expire, causing a 'government shutdown' where non-essential government operations stop and some federal employees may be furloughed or work without pay.

Allowances

Additional payments to military members, beyond their basic salary, to cover specific expenses like housing, food, or uniforms, which are often non-taxable.

Reserve components

The parts of the U.S. Armed Forces that include the National Guard and Reserves. Their members typically serve part-time but can be called to active duty.

Active service

Full-time duty in the Armed Forces, including training, for which a member receives regular pay and benefits.

Inactive-duty training

Training and other duties performed by members of the Reserve components, such as weekend drills, for which they receive pay but are not on full-time active duty.

Fiscal year 2025

The budget year for the U.S. government, which runs from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025.