NMFA’s 2025 Year in Review highlights advocacy wins, impactful programs, and the collective strength of military families working together to drive meaningful change nationwide.
NMFA’s 2025 Year in Review
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Congress Passes National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026: What’s in it for Military Families?
Congress has passed the FY 2026 NDAA, bringing pay raises, child care support, education benefits, and PCS improvements for military families.
December State of the Military Family® Video Newsletter
NMFA’s 2025 Congressional Reception honored bipartisan leaders advancing policies that strengthen military families, including efforts to expand TRICARE coverage for IVF and reproductive care.
A Night of Service and Gratitude: NMFA Hosts 2025 Congressional Reception
NMFA honored congressional leaders and board members at its 2025 Congressional Reception, celebrating a shared commitment to strengthening military families.
TRICARE Young Adult Costs Are Forcing Hard Choices: Congress Can Fix It
Military families are facing skyrocketing TRICARE Young Adult costs, and Congress must act to align coverage with civilian standards and protect young adult dependents.
The Government Shutdown Is Over: But the Impact on Military Families Isn’t
The government shutdown may be over, but military families continue to face financial, emotional, and logistical challenges as they work to recover from its lasting impacts.
Shutdown Impact Series: Healthcare Uncertainty for Military Families
Military families share how the government shutdown is disrupting access to health care, TRICARE services, and vital medical support.
August & September State of the Military Family® Video Newsletter
Honor 9/11, support military families, and take action to ensure they receive equal access to IVF through the FY 2026 NDAA.
Extending TRICARE Coverage for Young Adult Dependents to Age 26
Bipartisan lawmakers are pushing to extend TRICARE dependent coverage to age 26, aligning military benefits with civilian healthcare standards and easing costs for thousands of military families.
House Bill Boosts Spouse Employment and Maternal Health Support
A new House bill offers promising support for military families—boosting spouse employment initiatives, enhancing perinatal mental health care, and addressing maternal health provider shortages.
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