JUNE 5, 2024 - Individuals who left the military with a discharge that's less than fully honorable retain the right to upgrade that discharge even years later through their own military department's Discharge Review Board or through their military department's Board for Correction of Military/Naval Records. "The department encourages all service members who believe they have … [Read more...]
Army Policy Expands Reimbursement for Spouse Business Costs
JUNE 4, 2024 – The U.S. Army is expanding its financial support for military spouses by enhancing the reimbursement program for business costs and relicensing fees. The new directive permits reimbursement of up to $1,000 for business-related expenses, in addition to the already authorized $1,000 for relicensing fees resulting from a relocation. “Army spouses face unique … [Read more...]
Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey Empowers Employees
JUNE 4, 2024 - The 2024 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey is available now for eligible Department of the Air Force employees and is open for submissions through June 28. First conducted in 2002, the FEVS is a government-wide, Office of Personnel Management-administered survey for federal civilian employees. Feedback from the FEVS allows the DAF to maximize its strengths … [Read more...]
New Army Resource for Caregivers
JUNE 4, 2024 – The Army Caregiver Program has issued a new resource guide for caregivers and families of wounded, ill or injured Soldiers. Titled “Army Caregiver Fact Sheet,” the resource guide provides a one-stop guide for families and caregivers who’s loved one has been injured. This will help to ensure that caregivers have the information needed and readily available … [Read more...]
Overlays Provide Guide on Path to Zero Trust
JUNE 4, 2024 - The Defense Department's chief information officer today released the nearly 400-page "Zero Trust Overlays" document designed to serve as both a road map and guide for helping the department achieve goals set forth in a 2021 executive order signed by President Joe Biden. "The zero trust overlays are another tool in the department's toolbox supporting … [Read more...]