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Extra housing allowance for 200K troops: Here are more details about getting the money
About 200,000 service members could qualify for extra money in their Basic Allowance for Housing, starting Oct. 1, but they must apply for it.
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More than 500K in the military community need to renew their expired ID cards soon
Also, no more ID cards for 10-year-old children, as DoD moves that eligibility to children ages 14 and older.
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How displacement can affect spouses — the perspective of a psych nurse and senior enlisted’s wife
A sense of isolation has led some spouses to intensive mental health crises, says this psychiatric nurse and Space Force spouse. But there are things that can be done to address these issues before they become overwhelming.
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It’s final: Hard-hit troops in 56 areas can apply for a temporary increase in their housing allowance
Troops in these 56 areas should watch for emails detailing how to apply for the extra money. The temporary rates take effect Oct. 1.
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U.S. TRANSCOM again delays contract aimed at fixing problems with household goods moves
The nominee to become commander of TRANSCOM says the current system is “clearly incapable” of providing the consistent quality of moves troops and families deserve.
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Spouses could more easily transfer professional licenses after PCS, under House plan
Transferring professional licenses has long been an issue for military spouses, who often face onerous and expensive processes to be able to work in their new location.
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Veterans benefits could see a big cost-of-living boost later this year
Outside groups estimate the increase could be more than 6.0 percent for the first time in decades.
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OPM temporarily drops relocation requirements for special military spouse hiring
The new Office of Personnel Management regulation allows agencies to use military spouse special hiring authorities in a broader range of cases.
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Report calling for troop and retiree pay cuts is grossly misleading
The figures used in the CSIS report were grossly misleading in 2012 and are even more so now.
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Federal judge gives green light for two mold lawsuits filed by military families
Judge denies privatized housing companies’ request to dismiss the mold lawsuits.
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Extra housing allowance for 200K troops: Here are more details about getting the money
About 200,000 service members could qualify for extra money in their Basic Allowance for Housing, starting Oct. 1, but they must apply for it.
-
More than 500K in the military community need to renew their expired ID cards soon
Also, no more ID cards for 10-year-old children, as DoD moves that eligibility to children ages 14 and older.
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How displacement can affect spouses — the perspective of a psych nurse and senior enlisted’s wife
A sense of isolation has led some spouses to intensive mental health crises, says this psychiatric nurse and Space Force spouse. But there are things that can be done to address these issues before they become overwhelming.
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It’s final: Hard-hit troops in 56 areas can apply for a temporary increase in their housing allowance
Troops in these 56 areas should watch for emails detailing how to apply for the extra money. The temporary rates take effect Oct. 1.
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U.S. TRANSCOM again delays contract aimed at fixing problems with household goods moves
The nominee to become commander of TRANSCOM says the current system is “clearly incapable” of providing the consistent quality of moves troops and families deserve.
-
Spouses could more easily transfer professional licenses after PCS, under House plan
Transferring professional licenses has long been an issue for military spouses, who often face onerous and expensive processes to be able to work in their new location.
-
Veterans benefits could see a big cost-of-living boost later this year
Outside groups estimate the increase could be more than 6.0 percent for the first time in decades.
-
OPM temporarily drops relocation requirements for special military spouse hiring
The new Office of Personnel Management regulation allows agencies to use military spouse special hiring authorities in a broader range of cases.
-
Report calling for troop and retiree pay cuts is grossly misleading
The figures used in the CSIS report were grossly misleading in 2012 and are even more so now.
-
Federal judge gives green light for two mold lawsuits filed by military families
Judge denies privatized housing companies’ request to dismiss the mold lawsuits.
-
Extra housing allowance for 200K troops: Here are more details about getting the money
About 200,000 service members could qualify for extra money in their Basic Allowance for Housing, starting Oct. 1, but they must apply for it.
-
More than 500K in the military community need to renew their expired ID cards soon
Also, no more ID cards for 10-year-old children, as DoD moves that eligibility to children ages 14 and older.
-
How displacement can affect spouses — the perspective of a psych nurse and senior enlisted’s wife
A sense of isolation has led some spouses to intensive mental health crises, says this psychiatric nurse and Space Force spouse. But there are things that can be done to address these issues before they become overwhelming.
-
It’s final: Hard-hit troops in 56 areas can apply for a temporary increase in their housing allowance
Troops in these 56 areas should watch for emails detailing how to apply for the extra money. The temporary rates take effect Oct. 1.
-
U.S. TRANSCOM again delays contract aimed at fixing problems with household goods moves
The nominee to become commander of TRANSCOM says the current system is “clearly incapable” of providing the consistent quality of moves troops and families deserve.
-
Spouses could more easily transfer professional licenses after PCS, under House plan
Transferring professional licenses has long been an issue for military spouses, who often face onerous and expensive processes to be able to work in their new location.
-
Veterans benefits could see a big cost-of-living boost later this year
Outside groups estimate the increase could be more than 6.0 percent for the first time in decades.
-
OPM temporarily drops relocation requirements for special military spouse hiring
The new Office of Personnel Management regulation allows agencies to use military spouse special hiring authorities in a broader range of cases.
-
Report calling for troop and retiree pay cuts is grossly misleading
The figures used in the CSIS report were grossly misleading in 2012 and are even more so now.
-
Federal judge gives green light for two mold lawsuits filed by military families
Judge denies privatized housing companies’ request to dismiss the mold lawsuits.
