Survivor Benefit Plan Payments for Disabled Dependents A new law allows members to contribute their SBP payments to a Special Needs Trust to keep federal benefit eligibility
SBP Former Spouse Coverage SBP allows coverage for former spouses. Costs and benefits under this option are identical to those for spouse coverage.
Remarriage Rules Relaxed for Surviving Spouses Seeking VA Benefits The popular DIC program is now available to more survivors
New Law Makes Many Active Duty, Vets and Survivors Eligible for Free or Discounted Broadband Internet Eligible households also may be eligible for a $100 discount on a computer or tablet from Uncle Sam
Gold Star Lapel Buttons These gold star lapel buttons are a visual reminder of a family's sacrifice. Read more.
Survivor Support Organizations In times of tragedy and personal need there are many organizations available to provide aid and support.
Gold Star Spouses Who Remarry Face Losing Survivor Benefits. This Bill Would Change That The Captain James C. Edge Gold Star Spouse Equity Act was introduced Thursday by Reps. Michael Waltz, R-Fla., and Seth...
The Military Death Gratuity Death gratuity is a one-time tax free payment for survivors to deal with financial hardships due to loss of a servicemember
Assisted Living Housing and VA Benefits If a home in an assisted living community is what you need, then it’s possible that veterans’ benefits can help.
Veteran & Survivor Pension Rates Increase For 2021 Many combat veterans and survivors are unaware they may qualify for a VA Pension.
A Veteran Was Detained by Marines. It Highlights Concerns over the Military's Growing Ties to Law Enforcement. Marcos Leao's detention by Marines marks what many legal, defense and policy experts say is an unprecedented violation of the...
Hegseth Cancels Massive Contract for Military Family Moves, Pledges Fixes The company, HomeSafe Alliance, had been struggling to manage the U.S. military's domestic moves this year.
VA Changes Discrimination Policy for Health Care Staff, Denies Doctors Could Withhold Treatment The department said the change was made in order to comply with executive orders and the updates would "have no impact...
Trump Says He'll Decide Whether US Will Directly Attack Iran Within 2 Weeks Trump has been weighing whether to attack Iran by striking its well-defended Fordo uranium enrichment facility, which is...
China Sends Scores of Planes Across Central Line in Taiwan Strait China sent 74 warplanes toward Taiwan, 61 of which crossed the central line in the Taiwan Strait that unofficially divides...
