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Lawmaker: Hold commanders accountable for timely transition assistance
Should VA be in charge of the Transition Assistance Program for service members?
By Karen Jowers
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Research shows most troops don't begin transition classes until they are in their final months of military service.
Separating troops with uncertain career plans to be targeted for extra employment help
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Lawmakers seek Transition Assistance Program change to increase civilian success
A house bill introduced Thursday would make changes to how servicemembers are placed into TAP counseling pathways.
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After GI Bill victory, VSOs turn to reforming TAP
“I believe it will be the next big thing,” says a representative of the American Legion, one of many VSOs that support reforms to the military's transition assistance program.
By Natalie Gross