Tuesday, July 30, 2013

MILITARY REPORT


29 JULY 2013
DoD Warns of Looming Promotion Freezes Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel informed the Senate Armed Services Committee that if Congress fails to end budget sequestration, DoD could be forced to freeze military promotions. Read More

New Rules for Transferring GI Bill Initiated in 2009, the post 9-11 GI Bill education transfer program enabled Airmen nearing retirement to accept a 1, 2, or 3-year graduated service commitment. Read More
VA Reevaluates Sleep Apnea Ratings The Department of Veterans Affairs is studying changes to disability ratings for obstructive sleep apnea. Read More
SGLI Isn't Enough -- Get $50k Coverage from $2.50 a Month Protect your family's future with affordable life insurance coverage. Read More

Home Loan FAQ: What are Points? Some of the most common questions asked by people when shopping for a home loan involve points. Read More

Verizon Wireless Hiring Veterans Verizon Wireless is continuing its push to hire veterans into its offices nationwide through its special military hiring website. Read More
Are You Eligible for a VA Home Loan? Your VA Loan is worth $417,000 and doesn't require a full 20% down to buy. You can also use it to refinance. Read More
Congress Wants Your Feedback on VA The House Committee on Veterans' Affairs is inviting veterans to complete its new Facebook poll. Read More
Operation Black Hills Cabin Operation Black Hills Cabin was founded in 2011 and located in the beautiful Black Hills community of Custer, South Dakota. Read More
Tyco Committed to Hiring Veterans Start your civilian career with a company that can provide endless opportunity. Read More
Marathon to Benefit Vet Health Research Always Brothers invites members of the running community to take part in 100 Miles for One Mind, an ultramarathon. Read More
The Coast Guard Turns 223 The Coast Guard is celebrating its 223rd year this August 4th. Read More
TRICARE Dental Payment Methods Change Effective October 1, 2013, all TRICARE Retiree Dental Program (TRDP) beneficiaries will be required to pay their monthly premiums by an Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) or through military retired pay allotment. Read More
We Value Your Opinion: Take a Short Survey We'd like to learn more about your VA home loan experience and opinions on behalf of Quicken Loans. Read More
Military Skills Translator: Civilian Jobs You Qualify For Translate your military skills, experience and training to find career opportunities that best align with your capabilities. Read More
Help for Homeowners in Birmingham The U.S. Department of the Treasury is hosting the Birmingham Help for Homeowners event on Wednesday, July 31, 2013 in Birmingham, AL. Read More
Free Gift Cards for DC Metro Vets All-Faith Consortium (AFC) is offering "FREE" ExxonMobile Gas Gift Cards, Giant Food Cards, and Metro Fare Cards to Washington area veterans with new employment. Read More
State Veteran's Benefits Many states offer veterans benefits. Visit Military.com to see a list of links to the websites for each of the individual states that offer veterans benefits. Read More
AF Service Commitment Waivers Air Force will implement several officer and enlisted force management programs for fiscal 2014. Read More
AF Officers Offered Early Retirement All Air Force officers eligible for a selective early retirement board (SERB) are retirement-eligible. Read More
Tips for Acing Phone Interviews Employers added 195,000 jobs in June, bringing the average number of jobs added per month for the first half of 2013 to more than 200,000. Read More
NCIS Looking to Hire 50 Investigators The U.S. Navy has approved nearly $10 million to shorten investigation times for sexual assaults. Read More
National Cemeteries: A Sacred Trust In a partnership of shared mission, several organizations ensure those who fought for this country are guaranteed a proper burial. Read More
Navy Emissions Control Memorandum A Fleet Emission Control (EMCON) Operations tactical memorandum (TACMEMO) developed by Navy Warfare Development Command (NWDC) is now available through the Navy Doctrine Library System (NDLS). Read More
Sr. Sailors Sought for CSS Duty The Navy's Center for Service Support (CSS) has announced that it is actively looking for high-quality senior Sailors for its team. Read More
Program to Enhance Autism Care A program set to launch July 25 will enhance an existing Defense Department program that provides care and treatment for military children with autism. Read More
Social Media Safety Tips for Airmen Safe use of social-media outlets is simple -- use common sense. If you are not within regulations, do not post it. Read More
View Navy Court Martial Results Online The Navy now has an online resource for reviewing the results of every Special and General Court-Martial convened within the United States Navy from January through June 2013. Read More
New 'MyAirForceLife' App The Air Force HAS launched a free mobile app geared toward informing Airmen and families about force support squadron morale, welfare and recreation events happening on their base. Read More
AF Reserve Joint Credit Deadline The deadline for Air Force Reserve officers to apply for joint credit is Sept. 30, 2013. Read More
AF Sets Early Retirement Board Date The Air Force will convene a selective early retirement board (SERB) Dec. 9 to consider eligible lieutenant colonels and colonels for retirement. Read More
AAFES 'Color Me' Cutest Kiddo Contest Through Aug. 9, Army and Air Force Exchange Service patrons worldwide may enter their children in the first-ever "'Color Me' Cutest Kiddo" contest.. Read More
Navy Educational Center Reduces Hours Navy Virtual Education Center (VEC) and all Navy College Offices (NCOs) will be closed each Friday during the Defense Department furlough of civilian employees this fiscal year. Read More
Navy Exchanges Change Alcohol Sales Navy Exchanges are making changes in their alcohol sales procedures. Read More

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