(LEAD) Army to allow long-term service transition for more noncommissioned officers (opens original article in a new tab)

The Army announced plans to allow noncommissioned officers to transition to long-term service starting in 2028, expanding selection rates and improving job security and benefits.

• Army to allow long-term service transition for noncommissioned officers starting 2028
• Army expands long-term service selection rate from 20% to 50% this year
• Army plans to shorten promotion periods and increase wages for noncommissioned officers