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Members of the U.S. Air Force and Space Force stationed in locations in North Dakota will be part of a group receiving an additional incentive payment this year. The incentive payment is being made for those stationed in cold-weather stations, where temperatures during the course of the year have been recorded to reach -20 degree Fahrenheit or below. These stations in North Dakota include the Minot Air Force Base, the Grand Force Air Force Base, and the Cavalier Space Force Station.
North Dakota Senator Kevin Cramer was one of four senators who initially sent a letter to the U.S. Air Force requesting the payment. He commented on Monday’s announcement.
“This announcement from the Air Force really follows through on our intent to make sure that our airmen and guardians who serve in places like Minot, Grand Forks, and Cavalier are properly compensated for the significant added winter expenses,” Cramer said.
The new incentive program is expected to go into effect on July 1.