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A Big Surprise for One Military Family this Veteran’s Day

A Big Surprise for One Military Family this Veteran’s Day

Nov 13, 2023

CBS wanted to know if we knew a military family that deserved a special honor this Veteran’s Day. The Starrs were in for a huge surprise.

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More Than A Spouse: Remembering Joanne Holbrook Patton

More Than A Spouse: Remembering Joanne Holbrook Patton

Nov 1, 2023

A military kid, military spouse, and military family champion, Joanne Holbrook Patton continues to inspire us today.

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What Military Families Need to Know if there is a Government Shutdown

What Military Families Need to Know if there is a Government Shutdown

Sep 26, 2023

While we hope a government shutdown can be avoided, NMFA has been on the Hill and working with DoD to get as much helpful information as we can.

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NMFA’s 2023 Support of Military Families Awardee: David Nokes

NMFA’s 2023 Support of Military Families Awardee: David Nokes

Sep 15, 2023

NMFA recognizes David Nokes as a valuable ally to military families and a recipient of our 2023 Support of Military Families Award.

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NDAA Update: NMFA Takes a Stand for Military Families

NDAA Update: NMFA Takes a Stand for Military Families

Aug 21, 2023

NMFA provides its thoughts on the current state of the NDAA with a letter to conferees as the House and Senate move to finalize it.

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Communication is Key with Military Teens

Communication is Key with Military Teens

Jul 11, 2023

Parents of military teens often face challenges in understanding the growing pains of their teens, so we’ve gathered tips to help open the lines of communication.

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Quality of Life Panel Formed with Military Families Top of Mind

Quality of Life Panel Formed with Military Families Top of Mind

Jul 5, 2023

The House Armed Services Committee has established a Quality of Life Panel to do a comprehensive review of issues impacting military families.

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An Update on the Military Spouse Hiring Act

An Update on the Military Spouse Hiring Act

Jun 20, 2023

NMFA continues to work on getting the Military Spouse Hiring Act passed in Congress. Here’s an update and how you can help.

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New Proposal Could Impact Military Spouse Employment

New Proposal Could Impact Military Spouse Employment

Jun 15, 2023

The National Military Family Association advocates for policy changes to alleviate the problem of military spouse unemployment.

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Permanent Change of Station: Tips to Help with Your Move

Permanent Change of Station: Tips to Help with Your Move

Jun 6, 2023

Military families are gearing up for peak PCS season. We have you covered from orders in hand to new home.

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Celebrating Military Kids by Going Purple

During the Month of the Military Child, we recognize and celebrate the extraordinary, yet often unsung, heroes. Purple Up to show support.

Federal Terminations: A Systematic Setback for Military Families

NMFA urges immediate intervention to protect military spouses and transitioning veterans from these mass terminations.

Department of Education Changes and Your Military Family

The way the federal government administers education services is changing, but the programs military families rely on should stay.

March 2025 State of the Military Family℠ Newsletter

In this edition, we honor Fisher House, call on military families to share PCS challenges, and announce our May events.

National Military Family Association Welcomes New Board Members: April Edrington and Dr. Al Edwards

These distinguished leaders bring a wealth of expertise in military family advocacy, development, and health policy and will boost NMFA’s work toward strengthening military families.

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