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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Presidential Proclamation on Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
The president calls the commemoration “a solemn reminder that our country is capable of achieving great triumphs coming out of dark moments.” Official Proclamation from President Joseph R.…
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Defense Department Asks for Family Program Input
First survey about the program that supports special needs family members. The Department of Defense announced last week that they will be conducting a survey of those enrolled…
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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 Provides Update on Military Maneuvers
A briefing was provided on two current international exercises. Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Brigadier General Pat Ryder held a press briefing on the Pentagon’s current operations. General…
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Veterans Receive Free Lifetime Pass to National Parks
Applications are available starting Veterans Day. The Department of the Interior announced that they are launching free lifetime passes to federal recreation sites for all veterans of the…
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Presidential Proclamation on Veterans Day
He commemorates their selfless sacrifice to forge and defend the nation. Official Proclamation from President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. For all U.S. veterans who have sacrificed for their…
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VA Receives 113,000 New Disability Claims Since August
Legislation passed by Congress opened up additional coverage for toxic exposure. Since updating disability services to include illnesses resulting from toxic exposure in the line of duty, the…
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