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Blue Star Families
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DoD’s longest-serving employee passes away after 77 years of service
Sarkis Tatigian joined the Navy in 1942. He’s been there ever since, until his death this week at the age of 96. Read about him and other Defense news in this week’s DoD Reporter’s Notebook.
April 08, 2020 -
Military stop move order could go into August, Goldfein says
The order has left some troops homeless and others paying two rents.
April 07, 2020 -
Bipartisan coalition of lawmakers steps in to help military families paying two rents due to stop move order
Thirty-five members of Congress are asking DoD to extend relief to military families.
April 02, 2020 -
Agencies team up to leverage 3D printing in coronavirus fight
In today’s Federal Newscast, three federal agencies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to work together in using 3D printing technology to build devices and objects used to treat coronavirus.
April 01, 2020 -
Military stop move order leaves service members paying two rents, DoD concerned about moving companies
Service members are feeling more financial pressure as the COVID-19 crisis continues.
March 31, 2020 -
‘It’s impossible to get childcare during a crisis,’ military families struggle as coronavirus interrupts benefits
Childcare is becoming an even bigger issue in the military as COVID-19 spreads.
March 30, 2020 -
Army’s nonprofit arm now helping soldiers with daycare costs
Soldiers can borrow up to $500 a month after a move to help with daycare costs.
March 17, 2020 -
Esper signs tenant bill of rights for families, but some provisions missing
The documents gives service members and their families 15 guaranteed protections.
February 26, 2020 -
Survey finds military family stressors reflect larger issues DoD is grappling with
Housing, relocation and mental health are all issues the Pentagon is trying to get its arms around. It’s also areas where service members are struggling.
February 26, 2020 -
All military spouses now eligible for occupational license reimbursement
Military spouses can now qualify for $500 in reimbursement.
July 01, 2019
