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Improving how service members build wealth
With the prospect of a hefty raise for junior enlisted ahead, the author of this op-ed shares ways troops can improve long-term financial security.
By U.S. Army Maj. Gen. (ret.) John G. Ferrari
Advocates push for Congress to move long-stalled vets benefits fix
The Major Richard Star Act has wide support among lawmakers but has been stalled in Congress for nearly a year.
GI Bill rule change could upend requirements for online-only classes
A move by VA officials to simplify rules for the Post-9/11 GI Bill could cause new problems, advocates warn.
VA again delays decision on transgender surgery options
The department will conduct a new review on the procedures, pushing a final ruling on the issue back by at least several more months.
VA will no longer send veterans’ benefits to multiple bank accounts
The change is expected to affect about 50,000 veterans currently using multiple accounts for their federal stipend payouts.
VA updating outreach work in effort to end benefits gap for Black vets
The move comes after data shows lower rates of disability claims approval for some minority groups.
VA to ease benefits rules for vets exposed to Agent Orange in the US
The move follows several years of expanded benefits for veterans who suffered toxic exposure injuries while in the military.
Navy ‘urgently’ needs to fix new Hawaii water issues, lawmaker says
Officials are trying to determine why there's an oily sheen and chemical taste in tap water.
By Karen Jowers
New Tricare contracts to start next January, promising better care
New Tricare contracts aim to improve access to health care, clinical quality and patient safety, as well as increase military readiness.
By Karen Jowers
Enlisted leaders urge lawmakers to fully fund troop housing allowance
Bringing back 100% funding for BAH would have a big impact on troops, the military's senior enlisted advisers told lawmakers.
By Karen Jowers