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The failure again raises problematic questions for lawmakers about how to balance federal costs with government responsibilities. Critics noted that on the same day lawmakers offered a massive tax reform measure expected to cost $5.8 trillion over 10 years, they … Continue reading →

Veterans Affairs Secretary Dr. David Shulkin said 6 NOV he’s decided to expand the list of “presumptive” ailments for Agent Orange compensation subject to approval by the Trump administration. Shulkin didn’t disclose the expanded list — “I’m protecting the sanctity … Continue reading →

Recent incidents regarding the photocopying of military identification cards and common access cards (CAC), by commercial establishments to verify military affiliation or provide government rates for service, have been reported. Personnel are reminded that the photocopying of US Government Identification … Continue reading →

Before you read the following, I would like for you to clear your mind and think – How do I feel after 1 week away from my family? The top military life concern for military families and active duty service … Continue reading →

Tricare users soon will be blocked for more than three weeks from making changes to their plans or primary-care providers due to the systems upcoming shift to a new pair of contractors and region shake-up. The blackout will run from … Continue reading →

Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA) Executive Director Allison Jaslow joined the Women’s Congressional Policy Institute and the bipartisan House Women’s Caucus for their annual Women Veterans Briefing in Washington D.C. Jaslow underscored the need for IAVA’s groundbreaking She … Continue reading →

H.R. 1212 creates two categories of burial benefit: service-connected and non-service connected deaths. Veterans would be eligible for: $2,000 for a death from service-connected disability; the benefit would be indexed for inflation $749 for a death in a VA department … Continue reading →

Leaving the military can be a major life change for many military members and their families. Traditionally, transition is simply a class they have to take and paperwork they have to sign before they officially return to the civilian world. … Continue reading →

According to military news – Service members must choose soon whether to keep their retirement plans or enroll in a new plan that more closely resembles those available in the private sector. Training required for service members to decide whether … Continue reading →

The U.S. Senate has unanimously passed U.S. Senator Jon Tester’s bipartisan bill to increase certain VA benefits for veterans and their families. Tester’s Veterans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act increases the VA’s compensation to disabled veterans and Gold Star Families, the … Continue reading →