Members want next year's spending plan to include money for junior enlisted pay raises and military housing improvements.
The defense secretary had been non-committal about appearing before lawmakers on the issue.
Lawmakers are weighing possible changes to military compensation systems as a way to improve families' quality of life.
Defense and veterans hearings for the week of Jan. 29, 2024.
Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of Jan. 22, 2024.
The defense secretary is expected to testify on the controversy on Feb. 14 before the House Armed Services Committee.
Lawmakers asked the Government Accountability Office to look into the fleet's history in December.
Runners can compete in five military races to earn a new medal.
A special House panel has been examining the issue for the last year.
House Republicans are already looking at ways to put more money into the wallets of lower-ranking service members.
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