Privately owned fuel tankers have been added to “military useful” fleet. The Department of Transportation has accepted the first nine ships into its Tanker Security Program, allowing them…
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VA Considers Addition of 3 Cancers to Toxic Exposure List
The department is reviewing the conditions for possible coverage under the PACT Act. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is reviewing whether three additional types of cancer should…
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New Commissary Chief Focused on Savings and Convenience
Defense Commissary Agency trying to keep shopping affordable for military families. The new director and CEO of the Defense Commissary Agency, John Hall, is making consumer savings a…
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U.S. Navy and Marine Corps to Launch 2nd Large-Scale Exercise
Over 25,000 personnel will be involved in the live and virtual warfare training. The U.S. Navy and Marine Corps are preparing to launch the second iteration of Large…
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President Updates Uniform Code of Military Justice
His executive order implements reforms passed by Congress last year. The 1950 Uniform Code of Military Justice has been amended by executive order of President Joe Biden. The…
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Labor Department Expands Veterans Employment Program
The pilot program enhances job placement and support for those transitioning out of the military. The U.S. Department of Labor has expanded its Veterans’ Employment and Training Service…
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Senate Holds Confirmation Hearing for Chief of Staff Nominee
Delays in military promotions and confirmations are the result of the administration’s violation of the Hyde Amendment. The Senate Armed Services Committee held a confirmation hearing this week…
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Military Suicide Rates Rose in 1st Quarter of 2023
Highest quarterly rate since quarter 2 of 2021. The Defense Suicide Prevention Office reported that suicides among active-duty military personnel increased to 94 in the first quarter of…
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U.S. Navy Reverses Plan for 6-Day Work Week for Recruiters
The military branch is reassessing its recruitment strategies after negative feedback. The U.S. Navy has reversed its plan to impose a six-day workweek on recruiters after facing criticism.…
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Army Helicopter Fleet Grounded for Safety
Pilots ordered to stand down until they attend mandatory safety training. The U.S. Army recently announced that its pilots will be required to complete a safety-training program, and…
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