2012 Association Issues and Actions
December 15, 2011
Our Association believes the Federal government has an inherent responsibility to provide support for military families and to ensure the readiness of the service member. To address the challenges facing our Nation and its military families this year, our Association has identified critical priorities. (More)
Additional Support
In this page: Learn about additional resources for survivors, including those at the state level. (More)
Adoption
In this page: You have decided to share your lives with a child through adoption. How do you start the process? (More)
Budgeting for 2014—What’s at Stake for Military Families?
The Administration released its Fiscal Year (FY) 2014 budget request 65 days late and heavy on proposals many Members of Congress say will be “dead on arrival.” If that’s so, why should military families care about what’s in the budget or what’s not? (More)
Care From Civilian Providers
In this page: To have a robust network of care, the Department of Defense contracts with companies to build networks of civilian hospitals, clinics, and doctors to provide additional services to TRICARE beneficiaries. (More)
College Students and TRICARE
In this page: Important information for college students using TRICARE. (More)
Disaster Preparedness Resources for Beneficiaries
June 14, 2011
With natural disasters consistently making headlines, the National Military Family Association thought our military families could use a one-stop resource for disaster preparedness information. It is important for all families to know the resources available and where to turn in the event of a disaster. (More)
Divorce
In this page: Information about divorce and related benefits. (More)
Don't Ask, Don't Tell Repeal: One Year Later
In December 2010, both the Senate and the House of Representatives repealed DADT and President Obama signed the repeal legislation. On July 22, 2011, the President, Secretary of Defense, and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs certified to Congress that the armed forces were prepared to implement the repeal that was consistent with the standards of military readiness, military effectiveness, unit cohesion, and recruitment and retention of the armed forces. (More)
From the Chairman
Spring is bursting with activity. Like you, we have been busy throughout the winter season – adding Life Paths and content to our app, MyMilitaryLife, opening registration for Operation Purple® Camps and accepting applications for Scholarships, preparing testimony for Congress, and engaging and rewarding our volunteers! (More)
