Here are the rules to get reimbursed for shipping a pet in 2024 DoD reimbursement for the costs of shipping a pet doesn't start until Jan. 1. In the meantime, military relief societies may be able to help.2 weeks ago
DoD aims for more consistent support for special needs familiesThe policy aims to standardize the services provided to special needs families, but one advocate says it doesn't go far enough.2 weeks ago
Your ArmyPre-K for 4-year-olds to start in the fall at this DoD school in JapanIf the school system gets funding, DoDEA officials plan to start phasing in the pre-K program at more schools in the fall of 2024.
More families file claims against Navy for Hawaii water contaminationAnother 1,002 people have filed claims seeking monetary damages related to current and future medical care due to the fuel-tainted water.3 weeks ago
Employment proposal may help military spouses, but it could hurt, tooWould giving military spouses USERRA protections help them, or discourage companies from hiring them?3 weeks ago
Proposed housing council would give military families a voice Military members and spouses, housing advocates and various professionals, such as experts in HVAC and home inspections, would be part of the council.3 weeks ago
Health officials reverse decision on pregnant women at Kadena Air Base'It’s what we were hoping for, that the pregnant mothers would be able to deliver on Okinawa," said one advocate for Kadena families.5 weeks ago
Nearly $2M available for military families in Guam after typhoonRelief societies are providing grants to military, families in Guam for basic needs such as shelter, food and gas.5 weeks ago
How successful are military spouses in getting federal contracts?Lawmakers want data on how many military spouse-owned businesses bid for, and win, federal contracts.2 months ago
Advocates decry ‘chilling effect’ of housing companies’ subpoenasHousing advocates oppose efforts to force them to provide confidential information they say could dissuade military families from seeking their help.2 months ago
Child care debate at Camp Bull Simons continues as families struggleChildren's safety is a big concern, Air Force general says.2 months ago
Could troops get a 100% housing allowance Jan. 1? What that would meanDefense officials haven't made a decision about whether to restore the full housing allowance, but it could mean at least $100 extra a month for troops.2 months ago
Proposal would expand free credit monitoring to military familiesMore service members would get the free credit monitoring, and family members, too, if the proposal becomes law.3 months ago
Will Air Force concerns delay Army child care center in Florida?There's no shortage of child care centers in the Army, Army general says. It's the staffing shortage.3 months ago
Expansion of commissary doorstep delivery program on hold, for nowPrices for home delivery in the commissary pilot program have more than quadrupled as officials try to find a way to make the program work.3 months ago
‘Poop falling from the ceiling’ shows military housing issues persistSenator hears from military spouses as part of his two-year effort to improve housing at Fort Gordon and elsewhere.3 months ago
Gaps in military housing improvements lead to frustration, confusionLack of clarity for tenant advocates and dispute resolution processes are problematic, the Government Accountability Office reports.3 months ago
New DoD survey delves into the good and bad of military relationshipsThe DoD survey is part of a broader effort to identify when couples are most at risk for domestic abuse, and the impact.3 months ago