US Army raises enlistment age to 42 and eases marijuana policies to bolster ranks

The U.S. Army is raising its maximum recruitment age from 35 to 42, while also relaxing rules for recruits with certain drug convictions.

The changes will go into effect on April 20, according to Army Regulation 601–210, which was published March 20. 

The minimum age to join the Army is 18, but recruits can enlist at 17 with parental consent. 

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In addition to the age requirement...