September 29, 2014, HIGHTOWN, England - The United States Marine Corps Shooting Team competed against service members from across Europe during the Royal Marine Operational Shooting Competition at Altcar Ranges near Hightown, England Sept. 8-18, 2014. Unlike most contests, the competition focuses on combat shooting situations rather than bull’s-eye competitions. In the … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2014
Warrior Games Begin in Colorado
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., Sept. 29, 2014 - The 2014 Warrior Games, bringing together more than 200 wounded or ill U.S. service members and veterans opened yesterday, with a senior Defense Department official lauding all those competing as an inspiration to everyone who wears the uniform. “Through these games we celebrate athletes -- the warriors -- and we recognize your … [Read more...]
New Rule Streamlines Reporting Requirements on Veterans’ Employment, Hiring for Federal Contra
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September 29, 2014, WASHINGTON - The U.S. Department of Labor published a final rule that reduces reporting requirements for federal contractors and subcontractors who hire and employ veterans under provisions of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974. “Over the next decade, this change will result in a significant reduction in paperwork … [Read more...]
DoD Announces Proposed Changes to Military Lending Act
WASHINGTON, Sept. 26, 2014 - Defense Department officials today announced a proposed overhaul of the Military Lending Act, which is designed to protect service members and their dependents during consumer credit transactions. The proposed changes to the regulation would reduce predatory lending practices, expand protections provided to service members, close loopholes in … [Read more...]
Release of Western Hemisphere Strategy
September 26, 2014, on behalf of Commandant of the Coast Guard Adm. Paul F. Zukunft - This morning I signed the Coast Guard Western Hemisphere Strategy. It addresses transnational threats and maritime challenges that threaten the security of our Nation, markets and oceans over the next 10 years. The Coast Guard is globally deployed, but our primary operating area remains in … [Read more...]