This generation of veterans and servicemembers has access to the best benefits of any era in history. From the VA Home Loan program to the GI Bill, you can save money, enhance your career opportunities, and even change your life. Don’t miss out on any of the military and veteran benefits you have earned.
If you’re an active-duty service member, veteran, or military family member who loves the outdoors, you’ll be happy to know that most states offer discounted or even free hunting and fishing licenses. Some states offer full license exemptions for disabled veterans only, while others provide steep discounts or let you buy at resident rates, even… Read more »
Military members could see a 3.8% pay increase for 2026 if the House and Senate versions of the 2026 NDAA are passed. Learn more.
Returning to college as a veteran presents challenges, especially if you are a member of the Guard or Reserve. Some start school only to be called up for active duty, some begin training or a certificate program only to have to withdraw due to illness or injury. Still others experience personal difficulty and must stop… Read more »
The Department of Veterans Affairs is working to expand mental health resources for veterans and their families within the VA healthcare system. According to the VA official site, over three years, there’s been an aggressive effort with the VA hiring “more than 9,000 mental health positions including psychologists, social workers, psychiatrists, licensed professional mental health… Read more »
If you or someone you know is at risk of becoming a homeless veteran, there are resources available. The first point of contact is the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans, which can be reached 24/7 at 1-877-4AID-VET (1-877-424-3838). This service is free and confidential for veterans, their families, and anyone concerned about a veteran…. Read more »
The Veteran Justice Outreach (VJO) Program is a nationwide initiative by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) designed to identify and support military veterans in the criminal justice system. Its primary mission is to help these vets get “access to VA services at the earliest possible point,” according to VA.gov. The VA says there… Read more »
The Department of Veterans Affairs has abandoned its plan to conduct a major staff reduction. It announced a press release, stating that the agency has been “considering a department-wide RIF to reduce staff levels by up to 15%” of what the VA terms “employee reductions” via a federal hiring freeze and “normal attrition.” The VA… Read more »
Do members of the National Guard or Reservists qualify for BAS? The Basic Allowance for Subsistence or BAS is a military benefit paid to servicemembers while serving on active duty. According to the DoD, BAS is designed “to offset the cost of food for service member” and is rooted in military tradition when “the military… Read more »
H.R. 1, the federal budget signed into law by the President on July 4, 2025, includes approximately $150 billion in funding for the Department of Defense, intended to modernize the armed forces and enhance national security. It also adds some $9 billion in military quality of life programs.What’s in H.R. 1? The bill contains is a great deal of information unrelated to military spending. What follows are highlights of the military-specific portions of the federal budget bill. Learn more.
Servicemembers, whether veterans or active duty military, you already know there are plenty of people out there trying to take advantage of you. Scammers don’t just throw random lines around — they specifically target military folks, veterans, and their families. VSAFE.gov is the government’s tool to help you spot these scams, get real information fast,… Read more »