14 JULY 2014
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Stage Set for Military Pay Reform On July 3, 2014, the Military Compensation and Retirement Modernization Commission (MCRMC) released an interim report. Read More
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Many eBenefit Applications Set to Expire Most veterans who started their disability claims through the Web portal eBenefits failed to complete them -- and thousands of incomplete applications are due to expire this month. Read More
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TRICARE Lab Test Coverage Restored The Defense Health Agency will restore TRICARE coverage this month for up to 40 genetic tests used in patient care. Read More
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Report Shows Progress in VA Health Care The VA has released its bi-monthly data update showing progress on VA efforts to accelerate access to quality health care for Veterans who have been waiting for appointments. Read More
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Continued Service in Air Guard, Reserve Palace Chase and Palace Front offer Airmen a unique opportunity to continue serving while filling critical total force needs in an Air Reserve component. Read More
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Employment and Empowerment Summit The American Legion will hold a two-day Employment Workshop and Hiring Event called the "Employment and Empowerment Summit." Read More
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Wounded Airman Program The Air Force Association (AFA) Wounded Airman Program supports the work of the Air Force Wounded Warrior (AFW2) office at each of the adaptive sports camps. Read More
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Twilight Tattoo Returns Twilight Tattoo is an hour-long, live-action military pageant featuring Soldiers from the 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard) and the U.S. Army Band "Pershing's Own." Read More
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Bill Aims to Reform Vocational Rehab and Training A new bipartisan bill focused on giving wounded warriors improved rehabilitation and employment training was announced this week. Read More
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Corps Offers Historical Database Family members of Marines who were wounded, killed, deemed a prisoner of war or missing during past wars can now access their loved ones' casualty card online. Read More
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$1 Million Coverage from Only $41 a Month Protection for less. Get up to $1,000,000 Coverage from only $41 a month. Read More
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Use Your $0 Down and No PMI VA Loan Benefit Now is the time to use your VA Loan. You don't have to pay PMI or have a large down payment. Plus you can get financing up to $417,000. Read More
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State Farm Committed to Hiring Veterans Start your civilian career with State Farm. State Farm insures more cars and homes than any other insurer in the U.S. Read More
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Veteran's Benefits Explained In addition to the pensions and benefits to which you may be entitled, you may also be eligible for certain benefits based on your military service. Read More
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Military Consumer Protection Day Military Consumer Protection Day is a collaborative effort that was created to provide the military community with tips on protecting themselves against scams. Read More
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Exchange Wants to Open Website to All Veterans The Army Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) wants to expand who can use their online shopping option. Read More
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DOD Wrong About Personnel Cuts? For years -- and as recently as this spring -- DoD and service leaders have insisted military personnel pay and benefits costs are "exploding out of control," Read More
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Retirees Can Save Up to 60% in TRICARE Costs The AMRA TRICARE Supplement saves money and time by covering doctor co-pays, prescriptions and more. Read More
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Navy Report on Sea Mammal Protection A newly released scientific report analyzes movements of satellite-tagged individuals of three species of marine mammals exposed to Navy mid-frequency active sonar. Read More
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Same Sex Marriage Benefits Info The VA provides guidance to same-sex married couples on the benefits and services to which they are entitled under current laws and regulations. Read More
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Maryland Focuses on Hiring Veterans The Maryland Department of Veteran Affairs (MDVA) recently announced the start of Operation Hire: Maryland's 100 Day Veteran Hiring Challenge. Read More
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Did You Know: VA Clothing Allowance Veterans who have unique clothing needs as a result of a service-related disability or injury may receive a supplement to their disability compensation. Read More
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VA to Hold Monthly VSO Meetings Acting Secretary of Veterans Affairs Sloan Gibson recently met with the leadership of 26 Military and Veterans Service Organizations. Read More
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Yellow Ribbon Program for Veterans The Yellow Ribbon Program (YRP) is available to help reduce additional expenses for servicemembers using the Post-9/11 GI Bill to pay for tuition costs. Read More
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Automated Burial Payments in Effect New burial regulations now allow the VA to automatically pay the maximum amount allowable under law to most eligible surviving spouses more quickly and efficiently. Read More
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Legion Opens St. Louis Crisis Center The American Legion is sending a team of experts to St. Louis, Mo., in response to a recent VA internal investigation that showed long wait times for veterans seeking specialist treatment. Read More
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DoL Awards Job Training Grants The U.S. Department of Labor has announced grants to provide more than 12,000 veterans with training needed for in-demand jobs and careers. Read More
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