Proposed 2025 Defense Budget Includes 4.5% Military Pay Raise
On Mon, Mar 11, 2024, the White House released its 2025 federal budget request, which includes a 4.5% proposed pay raise for the military. Learn more.
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Congress Passes 4th Continuing Resolution
Update: On March 6, 2024, the House passed a multiple-agency spending package fully funding the Department of Veterans Affairs and military construction projects until the end of the fiscal year. The measure moved to the Senate where it passed and moved to the President’s desk for signature on March 9, 2024. What follows is preserved… Read more »
Air Force Pauses, Resumes PCS Moves Over Budget Issues
Air Force permanent change of station moves and bonus pay are being restored by emergency funding after those programs were suspended due to budget problems. In July 2023, the DoD announced a pause in PCS moves for Air Force troops as lawmakers from Colorado and Alabama were reported to have held up supplemental military funding… Read more »
2023 National Defense Budget: More Money For Troops
The 2023 National Defense Budget has been approved, and it includes more money for troops. Find out what this could mean for you and your family. Read more.
Thousands of Rural Pharmacies to Depart TRICARE Network
Thousands of rural pharmacies are set to depart the TRICARE network. Find out what this could mean for your health care and what you can do to prepare. Read more.
Major Cost-of-Living Adjustment Coming for Disabled Veterans, Retirees?
Disabled veterans and retirees may be in for a major cost-of-living adjustment. Find out what this could mean for your finances and how to prepare. Read more.
Basic Needs Allowance: What You Need to Know
As a provision of a new law, the Basic Needs Allowance will provide assistance to low-income military members with dependents. Learn more.
New Legislation Impacting the Veteran Community
Find out how the recent legislation impacts the veteran community regarding maternity care, military health careers, and prejudice at the VA.
VA Extends Deadline for Gulf War Veterans’ Disability Claims
The VA extends disability deadline for Veterans suffering from Gulf War Syndrome. File claims before December 2026!
Financial Assistance for Your Military Child’s Remote Learning
Families who are still having to participate in virtual learning or the hybrid form have had to shift their expenses to include the extra costs for their children. These expenses may include laptops, tablets, headphones, or other supplies. If you and your family need assistance, it’s best to check if you are able to receive financial support through the military relief society.