JANUARY 19, 2022 - The Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) is a voluntary program which provides the survivors of participating retirees a monthly income that starts when the member dies and retired pay stops. Although some may not be aware of it, automatic SBP spouse coverage became effective Sept. 10, 2001, under the National Defense Authorization Act of 2002. While on active … [Read more...]
California Law Allows License Reciprocity for Military Spouses
OCTOBER 19, 2021 – New state license reciprocity legislation was signed and passed by California Gov. Gavin Newsom, Oct. 8, 2021, easing restrictions for veterans and spouses of California active-duty service members to actively practice certain professions or vocations. The bill, AB 107, goes into effect July 1, 2023, and grants spouses whose out-of-state licensing is in … [Read more...]
MWR Helps Employees Seamlessly Transition Careers After Move
AUGUST 13, 2021 - Along with the typical challenges Families face during a permanent change of station, or PCS, move, spouses often face the uncertainty of transitioning back into the workforce after leaving their jobs behind. The Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation offers the Civilian Employment Assignment Tool, or CEAT, that spouses who are currently … [Read more...]
DoD Launches 2021 Active Duty Spouse Survey
JULY 28, 2021 - The Department of Defense announced today the launch of its long-running biennial Active Duty Spouse Survey. For the first time, every active-duty spouse will have an opportunity to provide feedback about their military life experience. The Department encourages all active-duty spouses to participate in this survey. “We are committed to taking care of our … [Read more...]
Professional Development Guide For Military Spouses
JULY 13, 2021 - At some point in your career, you’ve likely felt like there was room for you to grow, but the idea of pursuing further education or professional development was sidelined by family and personal responsibilities. Factor in the unique struggle’s military spouses face daily, like permanent changes of station or managing your household while your partner is away on … [Read more...]