DOD reproductive care travel policy used just 12 times in 7 monthsA policy allowing troops to be reimbursed for travel if they go out of state for abortions and other reproductive services hasn't been used much.By Tara Copp, AP3 days ago
Some military activities could shut down this weekend amid budget rushIf Congress does not approve a federal appropriations plan by midnight, some military activities could be postponed or canceled over the weekend.By Leo Shane III and Karen Jowers7 days ago
State of the Union speech expected to touch on military, budget issuesDefense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of March 4, 2024.By Leo Shane III4 weeks ago
Biden budget plan won’t reach Capitol Hill for another monthDefense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of Feb. 12, 2024.By Leo Shane III7 weeks ago
Troops are still waiting weeks for off-base mental health appointmentsA new government watchdog report found troops waited more than two weeks for an urgent appointment off base.By Meghann Myers7 weeks ago
New Tricare contracts to start next January, promising better careNew Tricare contracts aim to improve access to health care, clinical quality and patient safety, as well as increase military readiness.By Karen Jowers8 weeks ago