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Permanent Changes of Station (PCS)

Official orders for military service members to move from one duty location to another, typically involving a change of residence for them and their families.

Sea-shore rotations

The regular assignments of Navy personnel that alternate between serving on naval vessels (sea duty) and working in onshore assignments (shore duty).

Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness

A high-ranking civilian official in the Department of Defense responsible for policies and programs related to military and civilian personnel, health affairs, and readiness.

Congressional defense committees

Specific committees in the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate that have jurisdiction over defense matters, including funding and oversight of the military.

Billets

A specific job or position within a military unit or organization, often referring to a designated slot on an organizational chart.

Retention

The ability of the military to keep service members enlisted and serving, preventing them from leaving at the end of their terms.