Senate Commerce Committee Chmn. McCain (R-Ariz.) praised the pass...

Senate Commerce Committee Chmn. McCain (R-Ariz.) praised the passage of the Defense Dept. Authorization Act, which includes a provision that gives telephone calling time to troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. The provision is similar to a bill introduced by McCain, which passed the Senate. Under the provision, troops will get 120 minutes, or $40 worth, of calling time per month. “The opportunity to talk by telephone can provide significant emotional and psychological support to both the soldier and their family and friends,” McCain said.