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.
Big Beautiful Bill Is Now Law: Here’s What It Means for Military Families
President Trump’s newly signed “Big Beautiful Bill” introduces major changes in defense, healthcare, taxes, and financial protections. Learn how these shifts may directly affect military families — from housing aid and healthcare to SNAP access and tax credits.
Scholarship Award Presented to Military Spouse and Nurse
Military spouse and nurse Claire Buda was awarded a $5,000 scholarship to advance her career in healthcare.
State of the Military Family℠ Summit 2025: Together We’re Stronger®
Military spouses, advocates, and leaders came together in Washington, D.C. to address critical issues facing military families.
Military Families Speak Out on the High Cost of TRICARE Young Adult
TRICARE Young Adult is a financial strain for military families with young adult dependents and we demand change.
Spouses Speak: Why Pregnancy Must Be a Qualifying Life Event
Pregnancy must be a Qualifying Life Event to allow military families the flexibility to choose the care they need without delays.
DoD to launch new Health Care Flexible Spending Account (HCFSA) for Military Families
Military service members have the opportunity to enroll in the new HCFSA from March 3 through March 31, 2025.
DHA Makes Short-Term Policy Change Due to TRICARE Contract Transition Issues
Find information and deadlines you need to know if you are struggling with the contract transition in the Tricare West region.
January 2025 Video Newsletter
NMFA urges Congress to expand upon the work of the HASC Quality of Life Panel to prioritize critical issues impacting military families.














