By M.B. Pell (Reuters) - A former manager for one of the U.S. military's largest private landlords whose disclosures helped unearth widespread fraud w.
A former manager for one of the U.S. military s largest private landlords whose disclosures helped unearth widespread fraud was sentenced to two years probation for helping the company secure millions in bonuses while covering up poor housing conditions at a Texas Air Force base.
The right to withhold rent became an option to most residents of military family housing on June 1. It is one of 18 outlined in the tenant bill of rights, a congressionally mandated list of rights for military families living in on-base housing that is managed through a contract with a private company.
Whether the focus is reforming military housing, providing better support to service members who are victims of sexual assault, or improving resources for military-connected children with special needs, Rep. Jackie Speier has pushed major changes on the Defense Department.