The Russo-Ukrainian War has been ongoing since 2014, when Russia annexed Crimea and parts of Ukraine came under pro-Russian rule. The situation greatly intensified on February 24, 2022, when Russian troops invaded the neighboring Ukraine. Since that date, the world has been filled with images and stories from the unfolding events in Eastern Europe. Almost 4 […]
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Veteran Health Benefits: Understanding Priority Groups
Veterans are eligible for healthcare through the US Department of Veterans Affairs if they have a history of active duty in military, naval, or air service. While the VA’s veteran health benefits could be better, they can still help cover the cost of service-connected injuries and disabilities. These benefits could boost veterans’ quality of life after they […]
Dependents of Certain Disabled Vets Will Now Be Allowed to Fly Space-Available
There was a regulation change that went into effect which allows dependents of some disabled veterans to fly on space-available flights. In order to be eligible, they must be a dependent family member of a permanently or totally disabled veteran. Back in 2019, disabled vets started being allowed to fly space-available on military aircraft, but […]
A Complete Guide to Veteran Unemployment
The veteran unemployment rate at the moment is low – just 2.4% – but no one who has put their life on the line for this country should struggle with unemployment. Thankfully, there are systems in place to support vets. If you can’t work because of a disability or are having trouble finding work outside the military, […]
Proposed Law Is Good News for Vets, Would Make it Easier to Get Private-Sector Care on VA’s Dime
Under a new law proposed before Congress, veterans would be able to get private-sector care and have the VA pay for it much easier. The legislation is called the Veterans Health Care Freedom Act, and it would allow vets to find and make their own appointments at private-sector offices that fall within the department’s network. […]
DOD Announces 16 Million More Veterans Are Now Eligible for Travel Deals, Airfare Discounts
The Department of Defense just announced a policy change that will allow an additional 16 million veterans to utilize their travel discount site. On average, servicemembers save 35-40% using the American Forces Travel (AFT) website in comparison to commercial travel pricing. Discounts are available on hotels (up to 60%), cruises, airfare, rental cars, and more. […]
Here Are Your Proposed 2022 Basic Allowance for Housing Rates
Officials have proposed a 2.7% increase for the Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) rates beginning January 1, 2022. The proposed increase in BAH is an average, and actual rate increases will still be determined based on your individual location. The rate could still change depending on what happens between Congress and the White House during […]
Military Retirement Pay Will Now Be Totally Exempt from State Income Tax in These Two States
Military retirees living in Arizona and Nebraska have received good news about their tax bills. In both the states, legislation has been signed that totally exempts military retirement pay from state income tax. In Arizona the exemption officially went into effect on July 1, 2021, and will be retroactive to January 1, 2021. For military […]
Military and Veterans Can Get Free Tax Preparation and Filing
Active duty military members, retirees, veterans and their families can take advantage of free tax preparation and filing this year. A special service offered through the Department of Defense gives free tax preparation to military members. The website is called MilTax, and they joined forces with Military OneSource to provide military members with the neccessary software and assistance […]
Drastic Changes to Military Pay, Benefits Is on Lawmakers’ Agenda for 2022
Top House lawmakers have announced that they are looking at “significantly” increasing pay and benefits for enlisted troops as part of next year’s defense authorization bill. During a Heritage Foundation event, Rep. Mike Rogers (R-Ala) stated both Republicans and Democrats are making the issue of military pay a top priority for 2022. “One of the […]