Aug. 13, 2018 Military OneSource Benefits Extended to Vets, Families for Full Year After Separation Eligibility for Military OneSource benefits has been extended from the current 180 days to 365 days after separation or retirement from military service to ensure all service members and families have access to comprehensive support as they transition to civilian life.
July 16, 2018 Eligible Veterans Can Seek Refund for Taxes on Disability Severance Payment The Defense Department has identified more than 130,000 veterans who may be eligible for a refund for taxes paid on disability severance payments.
July 12, 2018 DoD Announces Policy Change on Transfer of Post-9/11 GI Bill Benefits The Defense Department issued a substantive change to its policy on the transfer by service members in the uniformed services of Post-9/11 GI Bill educational benefits to eligible family member recipients.
Dec. 19, 2017 Blended Military Retirement System to take effect Jan. 1 One of the most wide-reaching and significant changes to military pay and benefits over the last 70 years goes into effect Jan. 1 with the implementation of the Uniformed Services Blended Retirement System, known as BRS.