Amy Bushatz

A reporter since 2003, Amy Bushatz joined Military.com in 2010 and has since grown into the role of Executive Editor. As a military spouse, she is passionate about covering military life issues, and is a devoted subject matter expert on all military benefits. Amy is also a mountain and road runner based in Alaska where she hosts and produces the Humans Outside podcast and spends time adventuring with her family.

Amy is a 2018 recipient of Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States (EANGUS) Patriotism Award and a 2019 graduate of the George W. Bush Institute’s Stand-To Veteran Leadership Program. She holds a master's degree in public leadership from the University of San Francisco.

Email: amy.bushatz@military.com

Latest Articles

Community members recognized for earning degree at U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria.

New Limits to MyCAA Spouse Scholarship Hit After Program Expanded to More Families

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A military child is held by her U.S. Air Force father.

5 Resources for Month of the Military Child

Here are five ways to use Month of the Military Child resources.

Two soldiers patrol in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom.

What Is an Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF)?

The Authorization for Use of Military Force is a joint resolution by Congress that gives the U.S. president the authority to...

PCS Tips: Dealing With Packing and Movers

What will the movers pack for your military move? Use the tips provided to ensure a smooth move.

5 Top Games for Military Members

It’s pretty clear which games or game franchises stay at the top of service member lists, no matter what.

Hospitalman Addis Murray takes retired senior chief Dennis Bennett’s blood pressure at Naval Hospital Jacksonville’s Family Medicine clinic. (U.S. Navy/Jacob Sippel)

5 Things to Remember About Tricare's Open Enrollment

Tricare's open enrollment system will forever alter how you change your Tricare coverage. Here's what you need to know.

What Is a FEDVIP Qualifying Life Event?

To enroll in FEDVIP you need to understand FEDVIP Qualifying Life Events (QLEs). Read more.

Army 1st Lt. Courtney Arthur, a registered nurse, checks patient records in the intensive care unit of Guam Memorial Hospital (GMH).

Everything You Need to Know About Tricare Open Enrollment

If you want to make changes to your coverage for the upcoming year, you need to do it during the Tricare open enrollment...

7 Things to Love About the USO

Moving with Pets: What You Need to Know for Your PCS (with Kari Mendoza)

In this episode of PCS with Military.com, Kari Mendoza, owner of Hawaii-based Island Pet Movers, gives the best tips and...

First lady Michelle Obama announces new hiring commitments by the private sector as well as major accomplishments of the Joining Forces initiative during remarks at Naval Station Mayport, Florida.

Employers Step Up in Wake of Vet Jobs Push

Despite a challenging job market, employers are increasing their veteran hiring efforts in the wake of a bill granting tax...

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Cody Andrews, and his wife Paula, talk with Eva Tukarski, Head of the European Recruiting Office of a military placement firm, during the Employment and Career Expo, at SHAPE, Belgium, June 17, 2016. (U.S./Visual Information Specialist Pierre-Etienne Courtejoie)

Applications Are Now Open for the DoD's Paid Private Fellowship Program for Military Spouses

The fellowship aims to place "career-ready spouses with civilian employers for 12 weeks of professional training, networking...

2023 Military Pay Raise Will Be the Largest in 20 Years

The largest military pay raise in decades is coming in 2023 for active-duty troops as part of the annual defense...

Are Military Holiday Party Expenses Tax Deductible?

An officer and his wife feel obligated to host a holiday party, but wonder if they can write it off.

Commissary 101: How to Shop at the Commissary

You can make the most of your commissary trip and feel like an old pro whether it's your first time or 50th, by reading our...

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