Monday, May 11, 2015

FW: Military Report: Congress Warned About Sequestration Threats, Top 10 Paying Jobs in the US, VA to Debut One Stop Benefit Website, and MORE


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Date: Mon, 11 May 2015 17:04:07 -0400
From: military@e0.email.military.com
Subject: Military Report: Congress Warned About Sequestration Threats, Top 10 Paying Jobs in the US, VA to Debut One Stop Benefit Website, and MORE


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Congress Warned About Sequestration Threats With the threat of sequestration-level funding looming, both Air Force Reserve Chief Lt. Gen. James F. Jackson and ANG Director Lt. Gen. Stanley E. Clarke III said they need the support of Congress.  Read More
The Top 10 Paying Jobs in the US We checked with the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics to get the lowdown. Some of the jobs aren't unexpected, but some may surprise you.  Read More
VA to Debut One-Stop Benefit Website Veterans will soon be able to log in to just one Department of Veterans Affairs website to manage their benefits, apply for doctors' appointments, and determine their eligibility for programs.  Read More
State Veteran's Benefits Everyone knows about the federal benefits available to veterans, but did you know many states also offer great benefits to their veterans?  Read More
Deal of the Week: Join Defense Mobile Today Low prices on no-contract plans, the latest smartphones and support from a 100% Veteran-staffed Member Care Team on the nation's best networks.  Read More
Careers for Veterans at Farmers With career opportunities in claims, customer service and more, we offer professional growth and great benefits in a culture that supports and values achievement.  Read More
How Much Could You Save on Your Rx? TRICARE Members: How much are you spending on our prescriptions? Save money on medications now covered by TRICARE.  Read More
Express Scripts Revises Coverage On May 1, 2015, Express Scripts, the TRICARE pharmacy contractor, begins screening the ingredients in all compound drug claims to ensure they are safe and effective, and covered by TRICARE.  Read More
TRICARE Scam Warning In March and April, TRICARE received reports from beneficiaries that they have been the target of unsolicited marketing efforts trying to collect personal information and send them unwanted prescriptions.  Read More
Airmen Don't Need Referrals for Physical Therapy All Air Force military treatment facilities (MTF) have been directed to establish direct access physical therapy clinics for active-duty members.  Read More
Make a Difference With Annual Survey Military family members can take the 2015 Blue Star Families military family lifestyle survey.  Read More
TRICARE Upgrades Rx Website The TRICARE Pharmacy provider, Express Scripts, has a new website that contains enhanced features.  Read More
Army Eases Access to Training Network The Army Training Network (ATN) is now accessible without a Common Access Card (CAC).  Read More
Military Officers Wanted: Join MOAA Now As a BASIC Member, you'll also gain access to extensive benefits tailored to the needs and lifestyles of military officers.  Read More
Rates will Rise – Use Your $0 Down VA Loan Benefit Don't waste this great benefit. Rates are near historic lows but they will rise this year and you don't have to pay PMI or have a large down payment.  Read More
Save Up to 66% on Co-Pays, Rx and More Save money and time by covering doctor co-pays, prescriptions and more.  Read More
Free Tickets to NYC Memorial Day Concert Join us for a free concert for Veterans and Active Servicemen and Women, families, friends and colleagues at Lincoln Center.  Read More
TRICARE Prime Remote Briefing In an effort to help TRICARE beneficiaries get the most from their benefit, International SOS will be offering a new TOP Prime Remote Overview Briefing.  Read More
Wynonna to Perform at USS Midway on May 23rd Wynonna & the Big Noise will perform live at the 6th Annual American Freedom Foundation Benefit Concert on Saturday, May 23, 2015 aboard the USS Midway Museum in San Diego.  Read More
AAFES Whirlwind of Winners Giveaway Army & Air Force Exchange Service shoppers are being treated to $10,000 in prizes in the $10,000 Whirlwind of Winners Giveaway.  Read More
Air Reserve Command Screening Board to Meet The CY15 Reserve Command Screening Board (RCSB) will convene Aug. 3 at the Air Reserve Personnel Center.  Read More
Career Fair BDA - Before, During and After One reason the thought of a career fair doesn't send us giddily running into the streets is that we often fail to do good "Career Fair BDA".  Read More
Indivisible: The Story of Our Flag The American Legion is launching a multimedia tribute to Old Glory that will explore the flag's meaning and the special place it occupies in our conscience and culture.  Read More
Contracting Workshop in NYC Veteran business owners and entrepreneurs are invited to attend a free workshop and seminar focused on federal and state contracting opportunities for veteran businesses.  Read More
Freedom Smoking Quitline The Freedom Smoking Quitline is interested in enrolling TRICARE beneficiaries motivated to quit smoking.  Read More
AAFES Patriot Pet Contest The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is sponsoring its Patriot Pet contest for military pets and their owners.  Read More
Top Ten Fastest Growing Jobs Here are some of the fastest growing jobs between 2012 and 2022 from CNN Money's list of the top 10 fastest growing jobs.  Read More
American Freedom Festival San Diego Coming up on May 23 is the 6th Annual American Freedom Festival San Diego.  Read More
Mental Health Awareness Month May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Veterans from across the country have spoken up about their mental health challenges and their personal journeys of recovery.  Read More
Military Fitness: Racing an Ironman Fitness tests are part of protocol in the military, and the discipline to not just complete, but excel is engrained from day one.  Read More
Moving Matters Here are tips on completing a successful permanent change of station (PSC) move during the current moving season.  Read More
NASKEF Reunion 2015 The good people of Iceland will be hosting their 2nd Annual reunion in your honor at NASKEF on September 4th 2015.  Read More
Navy Gold Star Program The Navy Gold Star Program is a new, comprehensive program designed for families of service members who die while on active duty.  Read More
Plans for Reserve/Guard Retirement Getting Clearer Many Reserve and National Guard members are likely to face a difficult choice of retirement plans next year.  Read More
Navy Reenlistment Bonus Update The Selective Reenlistment Bonus plan has been updated. Here are several things Sailors should know.  Read More
New Memorial in Georgia A 3' x 5' image of the Georgia State Memorial to Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans will be unveiled at Liberty Plaza at the Georgia State Capitol May 20.  Read More
New Military Child Care Website A new Defense Department website is simplifying the search and registration process for child care.  Read More
300k Protection as Low as $21 a Month Protect your family's future for less. Could your family survive if something happened to you?  Read More
Openings at Navy Non-Destructive Testing School The Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) course at Surface Warfare Officers School Unit (SWOSU) Great Lakes is seeking more Sailors to sign up for the course.  Read More
Should You Have Pet Insurance? Ever been to the vet and seen a flyer or advertisement for pet insurance, and wondered if it was a good idea to protect your animals with pet insurance?  Read More
The 2016 Blue Angels Air Show Schedule The mission of the U.S. Navy flight demonstration squadron the Blue Angels, is to showcase the pride and professionalism of the United States Navy and Marine Corps.  Read More
Travel Cards Go Chip and PIN Department of Defense (DoD) Government Travel Charge Cards are now being issued with both magnetic stripes and chip-and-PIN functionality.  Read More
Vet-Owned Businesses Team Up Stars and Stripes reports that a new business initiative that features some of the biggest companies in the country aims to connect veteran-owned small businesses with larger corporations.  Read More
Vets to Fire Fighters If you are a service member and considering following a civilian career of service, many veterans are finding their way to the Fire Services.  Read More
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