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Veterans ID on Driver’s License or ID Card by State

Updated: April 7, 2023

A “Veteran” designation is now offered on driver licenses and ID cards in all 50 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico. The state, district and territory programs make it easier for veterans to access government benefits and discounts at restaurants and retailers. Many only require U.S. Department of Defense DD Form 214, but some require […]

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Military & Veterans Resources

Military and Veteran Resources

Updated: January 29, 2024

Resources for Service Members, Military Families and Veterans Coronavirus Resources CARES Act 3rd Stimulus Bill Coronavirus Information & Resources Coronavirus Cases in the US Military Stimulus Checks Travel Restrictions Installation Status Update Military & Veterans ID Cards Military ID Cards – Information on military ID cards such types, eligibility and how to get a military […]

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Military Campgrounds and RV Parks

Military Campgrounds & RV Parks

Updated: November 9, 2022

Find U.S. Military Campground and RV Park locations by state with this guide. Whether you are looking for a place to park your RV, set up your tent or stay in a rustic cabin, Morale, Welfare and Recreation joint services campgrounds and facilities provide eligible veterans, authorized caregivers and service members and their families a […]

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The Uniformed Services Former Spouse Protection Act

Uniformed Services Former Spouse Protection Act

Updated: July 20, 2021

The Uniformed Services Former Spouse Protection Act, or USFSPA, provides legal protections and benefits to the former spouses of military members. USFSPA is best known to some as the law that entitles former spouses to claim a portion of the service member’s retirement pay, medical benefits, and other military benefits. The Uniformed Services Former Spouse […]

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In-Home Military Child Care

In-Home Military Child Care

Updated: July 20, 2021

What are your options for in-home military child care? At least five regions in the United States have been identified as areas with a high demand for child care–areas that have the highest waiting lists and could provide a challenge for military families to find a facility or in-home options. What should military families do […]

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Military Pen Pals

Military Pen Pals

Updated: December 24, 2022

Military pen pal programs are generally run by volunteers, veteran-friendly private organizations, and similar groups. The Department of Defense itself does not operate such programs but you may find individual bases that have local programs originating with MWR programs, base family support offices, etc. In 2020, Army.mil published a feature story on a military spouse […]

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Tax Credit for Hiring Veterans

Employer Tax Credits for Hiring Veterans 

Updated: October 29, 2021

Taxes can crush a business’s bottom line. Fortunately, the government has created a variety of tax credits to incentivize certain business decisions. In particular, eligible businesses can claim a credit for hiring military veterans. As such, we’ll use this article to explain how businesses can receive a tax credit for hiring veterans. Specifically, we’ll discuss […]

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VA Phone Number 800-698-2411

Tips for Calling the VA.Gov Phone Number

Updated: April 7, 2021

Are you frustrated by your experience calling the Department of Veterans Affairs? There are tips for calling VA.gov that can help dramatically improve your experience. Calling the Department of Veterans Affairs at 1-800-698-2411 (1-800-MyVA411) can be frustrating, and the VA is well aware–a 2010 Inspector General Report on VA call center issues not only mentions […]

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Career Intermission Program

Career Intermission Program

Updated: July 6, 2021

In the 2000s, the United States Navy commissioned studies intended to address retention issues. One finding of these studies was that military life afforded few opportunities to address family and personal issues. In 2009 Congress approved a pilot program intended to fix this. The Career Intermission Pilot Program was intended to improve retention by offering […]

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Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

Updated: February 19, 2021

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is charged with doing exactly what the agency’s name implies. Some companies and federal agencies have lengthy, complex mission statements; the one published on the FEMA official site is as simple and direct as they come: “Helping people before, during and after disasters.” The agency has multiple goals in […]

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