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An In-Depth Look at the Military Recruitment Crisis

May 23, 2022 by USMilitary.org

In April of 2022, recruitment bonuses for U.S. military members reached an all-time high. The Army and Navy are both offering $50,000 enlistment bonuses! If that doesn't draw new recruits, then it's hard to imagine what will.  Military recruitment numbers have been on the decline for a while. It's necessary for us to determine what's driving this trend and how to reverse it. … [Read more...] about An In-Depth Look at the Military Recruitment Crisis

VA Smartphones Going Unused

May 10, 2022 by USMilitary.org

Imagine having access to up to $100 million of support to help homeless veterans. How would you use those funds during a national health crisis?  Such was the case for the Connected Care Program at the outset of the Covid-19 pandemic. You'd think a lot could get accomplished with access to so much monetary support. But, things didn't go exactly as planned. A recent … [Read more...] about VA Smartphones Going Unused

Military Travel Benefits – Space Available Update

May 3, 2022 by USMilitary.org

There's good news for military hoppers: Space Available flights are back. The pandemic prohibition on passengers has ended. There are still certain measures to meet before you attempt to hop a MAC flight, however. Learn more in our updated guide to Space-Available travel. Space Available Travel Reinstated AMC announced all passenger restrictions … [Read more...] about Military Travel Benefits – Space Available Update

Biden Announces Expansion of Veterans Benefits for Burn Pit Victims

April 27, 2022 by USMilitary.org

President Biden has announced that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is expanding benefits to veterans who have developed certain respiratory cancers because of their links to exposure to toxic burn pits. The VA confirmed they are adding nine burn pit-related respiratory cancers to the list of military service-connected disabilities. The move will make victims … [Read more...] about Biden Announces Expansion of Veterans Benefits for Burn Pit Victims

Military and Veteran Travel Discounts

April 25, 2022 by USMilitary.org

One of the best ways for businesses to show their support for the military is to offer special discounts. With more than 1.4 million active-duty personnel, the spending power of this group tops $80 billion.  Military veterans make up an even larger set of potential consumers. The United States sports almost 20 million veterans. According to Refuel Agency, that … [Read more...] about Military and Veteran Travel Discounts

Recent Veterans Benefits News You Need to Know

April 24, 2022 by USMilitary.org

According to the 2018 census, there are 18 million veterans in the United States. Recently, there have been changes in military members and many veterans benefits. These changes will benefit millions of military members and veterans across the country.  You need to know these changes to get the most out of these benefits. What’s new for military and veterans benefits … [Read more...] about Recent Veterans Benefits News You Need to Know

The VA Finally Begins Paying Claims to Vets Exposed to Toxic Matter, Could Help 3.5 Million Vets

April 23, 2022 by USMilitary.org

Veterans who have been saying for years that they were exposed to toxic matter while serving in the Gulf are finally getting a bit of good news. The VA has decided to cut hurdles for veterans and will begin paying claims. For now, the VA will process disability claims for asthma, sinusitis and rhinitis that resulted from certain toxic exposures. TRENDING: Congress … [Read more...] about The VA Finally Begins Paying Claims to Vets Exposed to Toxic Matter, Could Help 3.5 Million Vets

Government Announces Vets, Service Members Get Special Student Loan Relief

April 22, 2022 by USMilitary.org

The Department of Education recently announced that veterans and service members who have student loans may be eligible to have the interest forgiven on their loans.  And in some circumstances, they may be able to get their entire loan liability canceled. The Department of Education said they are currently working to provide these benefits automatically, meaning there … [Read more...] about Government Announces Vets, Service Members Get Special Student Loan Relief

There is a Possibility of a 2023 Military Pay Raise

April 20, 2022 by USMilitary.org

Inflation is on the rise and many United States military members are wondering whether their paycheck is sufficient. The price of consumer goods increased 8.5% year-over-year as of March 2022. It is the largest inflationary increase in more than 40 years. The cost of everything is soaring. Gas prices are more than $4 per gallon. The retail price of necessities like … [Read more...] about There is a Possibility of a 2023 Military Pay Raise

Military Benefits TSP (Thrift Savings Plan): May 2022 Update

April 19, 2022 by USMilitary.org

One of the best ways to save up for retirement is by investing in the stock market. In fact, the S&P 500 is up nearly 92% over the past five years. There are many different ways to invest in stocks. Some people trade individual stocks while others rely on the performance of mutual funds. For military members and government civilians, the Thrift Savings Plan … [Read more...] about Military Benefits TSP (Thrift Savings Plan): May 2022 Update

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