The group intends to host six retreats in 2023. The Department of Defense recently highlighted the work of Operation Resiliency, sharing their work to address the high rate…
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VA Begins Processing PACT Act Benefits
Terminally ill veterans receive priority during the first phase of claims. The Department of Veterans Affairs began processing PACT Act benefits for terminally ill veterans this week. They…
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Transitioning Service Members Receive More Assistance
Labor Department adds 5 new partners to the VETS program. The U.S. Department of Labor announced that five new partners have joined the Veterans’ Employment and Training Service,…
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Military to Receive Pay Raise in 2023
The largest increase in 20 years still does not keep pace with inflation. The National Defense Authorization Act, which was passed by the House of Representatives this week,…
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COVID Vaccine Mandate Removed from Defense Bill
Compromise reached in the final version of funding. Changes have been made to the National Defense Authorization Act that will end the U.S. military’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate and…
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First Lady Addresses National Guard Roundtable
She promotes the Joining Forces initiative. At the White House on Monday, First Lady Jill Biden spoke at a roundtable for the National Guard families and state adjutants…
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DoD Responds to Liberation of Kherson
Celebrates Russia’s withdrawal from Ukrainian city as a step toward freedom. A senior military official shared how the Pentagon plans to move forward in light of Russia’s retreat…
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All Veterans Now Eligible for Toxic Exposure Screenings
VA secretary announces PACT Act pilot program rollout for all patients. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has begun offering toxic exposure screenings to all veterans enrolled in…
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AFN Lauches New Streaming Service
Free streaming app marks the 80th anniversary of the network. The American Forces Network (AFN), the television and radio broadcasting service provided to U.S. military stationed overseas, announced…
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Pentagon Contributes $400 Million More to Ukraine
The newest aid package includes refurbishing and repair of equipment. The Department of Defense (DoD) has announced that they are contributing another weapons package for Ukraine’s defense against…
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