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  1. Survivor Benefits

Survivor Benefits

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Special Survivor Indemnity Allowance Increase Announced

The benefit will increase by the same percentage as retirement pay every year from now on

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SBP Coverage and Benefits

When you retire, you may be able to elect any of several SBP options, which are listed below.

Lupe Guillen, younger sister to missing Pfc. Vanessa Guillen, addresses protesters outside the gates of Fort Hood.
Vanessa Guillen's Family Will Receive Military Death Benefits After New Army Ruling

An investigation has concluded that the specialist's murder occurred "in the line of duty."

Planning for When You're Gone

Estate planning is not a pleasant subject or an enjoyable task.

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Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors

TAPS offers help, hope, and healing to all those grieving the death of a loved one serving in America's Armed Forces.

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Financial Planning for Survivors

The loss of a loved one is difficult - the time after such a loss, even more so.

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Do You Know Your Survivor Benefits? True or False

We bust some myths about survivor benefits

How New Law Affects Taxes for Gold Star Families

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Lawmaker Presses for Survivor Benefits for Medal of Honor Recipients' Families

Rep. Julia Brownley, D-California, has introduced a bill to benefit the survivors of Medal of Honor recipients.

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Pentagon Seeking Survivors to Test Grief Support Apps

The apps are designed to help families adapt to loss.

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