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RAO Bulletin Index January 2011

Note: Updates are indicated as [01] [02] [03] etc.

Below is an alphabetical listing of articles previously published in the
Bulletin which are available on request to raoemo@sbcglobal.net

Those ending with a date (i.e. in year/month/day format)
can also be seen by referring that date’s RAO Bulletin which can be
found at http://post_119_gulfport_ms.tripod.com/rao1.html
or http://www.ymlp.com/pubarchive.php?raoemo

110th Congress [01] (Performance Stats) 090101
110th Congress Schedule (Senate 1st session)
111th Congress (Composition/ Duration) 090101
112th Congress Schedule (Chambers Differ) 101215

AAAFES Gas Pricing Policy (Not tax free)
AAFES 2004 Holiday Catalog (Now available)
AAFES Community Malls (Six Planned) 080515
AAFES Duplicate Charge (Corrective Action in Progress) 100901
AAFES Gas Discount (3 cents per gallon) 080901
AAFES Gas Pricing Overseas (Weekly adjustment)
AAFES Match It Program (Lower prices)
AAFES POGS (Coin Substitutes)
AAFES Refund Policy (Holiday Extension) 100101
AAFES Refund Policy [01] (Recall Process) 100701
ABA Scam (Fake Checks) 090915
Absentee Voting Overseas [01] (Time to submit FPCA)
Academy Life Insurance Refunds ($160 million settlement)
AcaiPure & Colopure Scam (Internet Marketers) 100901
Acid Reflux Disease (Cancer Impact)
ACM & ICM (Afghanistan & Iraq Campaign Medals)
ACM & ICM [01] (DoD eligibility criteria)
ACM & ICM [02] (AF approves wearing)
ACM & ICM [03] (Campaign Stars) 080501
ACM & ICM [04] (ICM Campaign Stars) 100315
ACMSS {Annuity for Certain Military Surviving Spouses}
ACT {American College Test}
Adaptive Clothing (Types & Sources) 100215
Administration on Aging (Elder Care Assistance) 090615
Adoption in RP [Immigration] (Orphan & Non-orphan children)
Adventure Excursions for OEF/OIF Vets (Fully Funded) 080715
Aetna Data Breach (65,000 at Risk) 090601
AF Combat Action Award (Study ongoing)
AF Combat Action Award [01] (Awards begin Apr 07)
AF Combat Action Medal (Eligibility)
AF Data Security Breach (Personnel records accessed)
AF Expeditionary Service Ribbon (Combat operations indicator)
AF JROTC Needs Retirees [01] (Active duty pay level)
AF Recall Program (Retired Rated Officers) 090201
AF Recognition Ribbon (Eligibility to wear expanded)
AF Reservists Virtual Accounts (Now available)
AF Retiree Council (Recommendations)
AF Retiree Council [01] (Overseas agenda items)
AF Retiree Council [02] (Volunteers Needed) 100901
AFAS (Air Force Aid Society)
AFB Clinic Malpractice Lawsuit ($7.5 million Awarded) 080901
AFJROTC Needs Retirees (Openings for 402 retirees)
AFPC Contact Center (How to Reach)
AFRC {Armed Forces Recreation Center}
AFRC Accommodations (Good deal)
AFRC Garmisch Partenkirchen (Specials for Retirees)
AFRC Shades of Green (Temporary closure)
AFRC Shades of Green [01] (Reopening DEC 2003)
AFRC Shades of Green [02] (Doubled in size)
AFRC Shades of Green [03] (End of summer specials)
AFRC Shades of Green [04] (Vet rooms offered)
AFRC Shades of Green Reopens (Doubled in size)
AFRC Virginia Beach VA (Cape Henry Inn)
AFRH (Eligibility criteria)
AFRH (Fees charged)
AFRH (Active duty allotments)
AFRH [01] (Admission criteria)
AFRH [02] (Poor conditions alleged)
AFRH [03] (Adverse Reports Overblown)
AFRH [04] (Apply ASAP) 090915
AFRH {Armed Forces Retirement Home}
AFRH Gulfport [01] (Options for future)
AFRH Gulfport [02] ($76 million requested)
AFRH Gulfport [03] (Ready for demolition)
AFRH Gulfport [04] (Reopening March 2010)
AFRH Gulfport [05] (Reopening) 101015
AFRH Washington [03] (49-acre plot sold)
AFRH Washington [04] (Residents sue Rumsfeld)
AFRH Washington [05] (Expansion Frozen) 090301
AFSA {Air Force Sergeants Association}
AFSA Benefits Monitoring (Reduced fringe benefits)
After the Battle (Problems Facing Veterans) 101115
Afterburner (Now Online)
Afterburner [01] (Subscription Criteria) 090601
AFVC (Armed Forces Vacation Club)
Agent Orange – see AO
Agent Orange & Graves Disease (Link Found) 100815
Agent Orange Diseases (Non-associated)
Agent Orange Diseases [01] (Associated)
Agent Orange Diseases [02] (Intergenerational) 090615
Agent Orange Guam [01] (H.R.2254 Inclusion?) 100101
Agent Orange Record of Neglect (Cost Factor) 091215
Agent Orange Record of Neglect [01] (Danger Not Averted) 100101
Aging (What to Expect) 101115
Agriculture Dept. Data Breach (Ongoing Since 1996)
AHLTA (DoD health record system)
AHLTA [01] (Problem for VA)
AHLTA [02] (USAF to go online)
AHLTA [05] (Outlook Dim) 090415
AHLTA Warrior (TMIP-J 5th upgrade)
Aid & Attendance (Eligibility)
Aid & Attendance [01] (Underutilized)
Aid & Attendance [02] (Criteria)
Aid & Attendance [03] (2009) 091201
Aid & Attendance [04] (Deceptive Marketing) 100715
Aid & Attendance [05] (New Procedures) 101115
Aid & Attendance [06] (95% Under Utilized) 101215
Air America (Seeking vet benefits)
Air America [01] (Civil Service Benefits) 100315
Air Force Email for Life (Effective April 07)
Air Force Enlisted Village (Applications now available)
Air Force Enlisted Village [01] (Facilities expanded)
Air Force Enlisted Village [02] (Apartments Available) 100301
Air Force Enlistment (Recruits still needed)
Air Force Expeditionary Service Ribbon (Approved)
Air Force Expeditionary Service Ribbon [01] (Change approved)
Air Force Memorial (Scheduled to open SEP)
Air Force New Unit Medals (In design)
Air Force News Delivery (Changing methods)
Air Force Pharmacy Policy (Limited distribution of some meds)
Air Force Pharmacy Policy [01] (Some medications named)
Air Force Week Schedule (2007 locations/dates)
Air Guard Retirement Pay (Application Process) 100315
Airline Baggage Fees (How to Avoid) 100301
Airline Baggage Inspection (Valuables in checked baggage)
Airline Carry-On Restrictions (Be prepared)
Airline Carry-On Restrictions [01] (Fees) 100501
Airline Ticket Comparisons (Locate the cheapest)
Airport Baggage Security (What to expect)
AL {American Legion}
Alaska Territorial Guard (Retirement Pay Reduction) 090201
Alaska Vet Tuition (Allowed Resident Rate) 090815
Alaskan Vet Halibut Fishing Tournament (500 Openings) 091215
Albinism (Overview) 090101
Alcohol Abuse (Holiday Impact) 091215
Alcohol Abuse [01] (Moderate Drinkers Live longer) 100915
Alcohol Abuse [02] (Brain Damage Risk) 100915
Allergy Relief (Overview) 090515
Allergy Relief [01] (Seasonal Strategies) 090601
Allergy Relief [02] (Fall allergies) 091015
ALS (Presumptive service connection)
ALS [01] (VA Disability Issue)
ALS [02] (ALS Registry)
ALS [03] (Service Link Confirmed)
ALS [04] (All Vets to be Rated) 080801
ALS [06] (Mistaken Notices) 090901
ALS [07] (21st Century Snake Oil) 100501
ALS [08] (QOL Notable Improvement) 100815
ALS [09] (Head Injury Link Established) 100901
ALS [10] (National Registry) 101101
ALS {Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis}
Alzheimer’s (Overview)
Alzheimer’s [01] (Early treatment)
Alzheimer’s [02] (A step forward)
Alzheimer’s [03] (Heart Impact on Brain)
Alzheimer’s [04] (7 Stages) 080615
Alzheimer’s [04] (Progress Cited in Diagnosis)
Alzheimer's [06] (10 Warning Signs) 090701
Alzheimer's [07] (Preventative Measures) 100701
Amended Tax Returns (1040X) 100501
Amerasians (Location assistance)
American Amicable Refunds (70,000+ vets due)
American Amicable Refunds [01] ($2.3 Million Unclaimed) 090501
American Fidelity Life Insurance (Refund settlement)
American Legion TFA (Vet Financial Aid) 100401
Americans at War (Online) 080501
Americans with Disabilities Act (Time to Update) 100801
AmeriCorps (Vet Programs Added) 100615
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis – see ALS
Anesthesia Awareness (Waking Up in Surgery)
Angel Food Ministries (Grocery Savings) 080901
Angioplasty vs. Drugs (Equally effective)
Anheuser-Busch Hero Salute (Extended through 2007)
Anheuser-Busch Hero Salute [01] (Program extended)
Anheuser-Busch Theme Parks Offer (Complimentary admission)
Annual Reminder for FY 2011 (All Hands) 101101
Antarctic Service Medal (Eligibility)
AO {Agent Orange}
AO 50/50 Test (Supreme Court Ruling)
AO and Diabetes (Relationship reinforced)
AO and Diabetes [01] (Benefit Rules Published)
AO and Diabetes [02] (Air Force Health Study)
AO and Heart Disease (Correlation Found) 081201
AO and Hypertension (Possible association)
AO and Prostrate Cancer (PSA tests essential)
AO and Prostrate Cancer [01] (Exposure Double Risks) 080815
AO CAF Gagetown NB Use (Lawsuit) 100401
AO CAF Gagetown NB Use [01] (Guardsman Exposed) 100401
AO Cancer Study (Prostate & Melanoma risks)
AO Cancer Study [01] (Ranch hand ends)
AO Claims (Retroactive)
AO Claims [01] (Recent Developments)
AO Claims [02] (Faster OK Sought)
AO Claims [03] (USS Ingersoll DD 652)
AO Cleanup Vietnam (Da Nang Airport) 101201
AO Compensation Non-Vietnam (Proving Exposure)
AO Compensation Non-Vietnam [01] (VN Vets can Sue)
AO Compensation Non-Vietnam [02] (DoD Locations Disclosed)
AO Compensation Non-Vietnam [03] (Service connection presumption)
AO Compensation Package (ExGratia payment)
AO Diabetes (Type 2 presumption)
AO Dig in Alaska (Buried 40 Years)
AO Diseases [01] (Associated)
AO Diseases [02] (Non-associated)
AO Eligibility (Blanket presumption in effect)
AO Equity (H.R.6562) 080801
AO Guam (Assessment Requested)
AO Lawsuits (Overview)
AO Lawsuits [01] (Individual lawsuits)
AO Lawsuits [02] (Upcoming law preps)
AO Lawsuits [03] (U.S. Supreme Court landmark decision)
AO Lawsuits [04] (Offshore eligibility)
AO Lawsuits [05] (Compliance impact)
AO Lawsuits [06] (AFEM vs. VSM)
AO Lawsuits [07] (Awaiting VA appeal)
AO Lawsuits [08] (Blue/Brown water navy)
AO Lawsuits [09] (Haas appeal delayed)
AO Lawsuits [10] (Ramifications)
AO Lawsuits [11] (VA Win-Win Maneuver)
AO Lawsuits [12] (Haas vs. Peake Reversed) 080515
AO Lawsuits [13] (Writ of Certiorari)
AO Lawsuits [14] (Haas Appeal Refused) 090201
AO Nam Vet Study (Risk of ills higher)
AO Okinawa Use (BVA 1998 ruling)
AO Presumptive Illnesses [Kids] (AO Impact on Kids)
AO Presumptive Illnesses [Vets] (AO impact on vets)
AO Registry [Korea] (Korean War Vets)
AO Retroactive Benefits (New VA provision)
AO Stateside Use (30 Locations)
AO Stateside Use [01] (Banned in 1979)
AO Thailand & Korea (Claim Handling Procedure) 100615
AO VAVA Compensation (VietNamese/RoK vets)
AOL Advisory (AOL continues to block Bulletin)
AOL Advisory [01] (How to adjust filters)
AOL Advisory [02] (AOL blocks Bulletin distribution)
AOL Advisory [03] (Call 888-212-5537 to complain)
AOL Advisory [04] (Removal from directory)
AOL Advisory [05] (5700 Removed from directory)
AOL Advisory [06] (6 million customers lost)
AOL Advisory [07] (Business as usual)
AOL/Yahoo Email Tax (Misunderstood)
APO ZIPS for Iraq (List)
Appendicitis (Overview) 090401
Arizona Memorial (Visitor's Center Sinking) 081115
Arizona Memorial [01] (Reopened and Renamed) 100301
Arizona Memorial [02] (Memorial/Burial Services) 100515
Arizona MFRF (Vet Assistance) 100315
Arizona Taxes – see Tax
Arizona Tuition for Military (Bill in progress)
Arlington National Cemetery (Filling Up)
Arlington National Cemetery [01] (Good thru 2060)
Arlington National Cemetery [02] (Honors Given Questioned) 080401
Arlington National Cemetery [03] (Expansion Plans) 081015
Arlington National Cemetery [04] (New Media Policy) 081015
Arlington National Cemetery [05] (Funeral Home Conditions) 090415
Arlington National Cemetery [06] (Aesthetics Deceptive) 090801
Arlington National Cemetery [07] (Unknown’s Headstone) 091015
Arlington National Cemetery [08] (Cemetery Probe Ordered) 091201
Arlington National Cemetery [09] (Corrective Action) 100615
Arlington National Cemetery [10] (More Headstones Found) 100701
Arlington National Cemetery [11] (Records System) 100701
Arlington National Cemetery [12] (Disinterments) 100715
Arlington National Cemetery [13] (Mislabeled Graves) 100801
Arlington National Cemetery [14] (VA Takeover Discussed) 100901
Arlington National Cemetery [15] (Exhumation Results) 101001
Arlington National Cemetery [16] (Accountability Bill) 101001
Arlington National Cemetery [17] (VA to Train Employees) 101101
Arlington National Cemetery [18] (Investigation Launched) 101215
Armed Forces Bonus Program (Overview) 100601
Armed Forces Day (16 May 2009) 090515
Armed Forces Reserve Medal (Eligibility)
Armed Forces Vacation Club (Overview)
Armed Forces Vacation Club [01] (Affordable vacations)
Armed Services Blood Program (Tattoo Policy change) 080415
Armed Services Committee (New House members)
Armed Services Committee [01] (Special hearing)
Armed Services Committee [02] (Budget Help Sought) 100315
Armed Services Tax Fairness Act (Increased benefits)
Army Award Citations (USN policy change)
Army Citations (USN policy change)
Army Combat Action Badge (Eligibility)
Army Combat Action Badge [01] (Stuck in Committee)
Army Combat Action Badge [02] (Retroactive Award Bill) 080601
Army Disability Ratings (Why so low?)
Army Enlistment Age (Raised to age 39)
Army Enlistment Age [01] (Raised to 42)
Army Involuntary Recall (5,600 to be recalled)
Army Leisure Travel Services (Discounts offered)
Army Medals and Awards (List)
Army Recruiting Referral Bonus (Pilot program)
Army Recruiting Referral Bonus [01] (Raised to $2000)
Army Recruiting Referral Bonus [02] (Expanded to Army civilians)
Army Recruiting Referral Bonus [03] (Funds run dry)
Army Recruiting Referral Bonus [04] (Army Program Cancelled) 090915
Army Recruiting Referral Bonus [05] (NDAA 2009 Impact) 091001
Army Reenlistment Policy (Former personnel sought)
Army Reserve Employer Partnership (Jobs Opportunity) 090101
Army Reserve Enrichment Camp (RC Youth Program) 100501
Army Reserve Health Web Site (www.hooah4health.com)
Army Retired Soldiers Pin (New pin)
Army Retired Soldiers Pin [01] (Mailing complete)
Army Retiree Council (Report to the chief)
Army Retiree Council [01] (Retiree Council issues)
Army Retiree Council [02] (2009 Recommendations) 090701
Army Retiree Council [03] (2010 Recommendations) 100815
Army Sea Duty Ribbon (Guard & Reserve Eligible) 080701
Army Survivor’s Call Center (ALTFCM) (New POC)
Arrears of Pay (Due upon death)
Arrears of Pay [01] (Death Month Policy) 090315
Arthritis [01] (Common Myths) 090201
Asbestos Litigation Reform (Request sent to Judiciary committee)
Asbestosis (Overview) 090215
Ashes to Diamonds (Family heirloom cremation option)
Asthma (Seniors)
Asthma [01] (Dust Mites) 080501
Asthma Medication Recall (Precautionary)
Atomic Vet’s Info (Obtaining info for claims)
Atomic Veterans Relief Act (Bill proposes VA eligibility change)
Atomic Vets [02] (HR 4183 & 4184 status)
Atomic Vets [03] (Benefit Awareness) 090401
Atomic Vets [04] (Right to Sue) 090615
Atomic Vets [05] (VA Recognition Sought) 091001
Atrial Fibrillation (What it Is) 080715
Australia Vacations Offered (From $1300 for DoD personnel)
Avandia Safety Alert (Diabetes Type II medicine)
Avian Flu Fact Sheet (Overseas living considerations)
Award – see ACM & ICM (Afghanistan & Iraq) Medals
Award – see AF Combat Action Medal
Award – see AF Expeditionary Service Ribbon
Award – see AF Recognition Ribbon
Award – see Antarctic Service Medal
Award – see Armed Forces Reserve Medal
Award – see Army Citations
Award – see Army Combat Action Badge
Award – see Army Medals and Awards
Award – see Army Retired Soldiers Pin
Award – see Bronze Star Medal WWII
Award – see CAR (Marine’s Combat Action Ribbon)
Award – see Certificate of Military Service
Award – see Chinese War Memorial Medal
Award – see Close Combat Badge
Award – see Cold War Medal
Award – see Cold War Recognition Certificate
Award – see Combat Action Ribbon
Award – see Combat Medics Badge
Award – see CT Vets Wartime Service Medal
Award – see Expeditionary Warfare Pin
Award – see French Legion of Honor Medal
Award – see French Liberation Certificate
Award – see Good Conduct Medal
Award – see Guardians of Freedom Pin
Award – see GWOT Medal
Award – see In Memory Medal
Award – see KDSM
Award – see Korean War Veterans Commemorative Pin
Award – see Malta George Cross Medal
Award – see NATO Air Force Medals
Award – see NATO Medal for Kosovo
Award – see NDSM [National Defense Service Medal]
Award – see NJ DSM (Distinguished service Medal)
Award – see Normandy Service Medal
Award – see Nuclear Radiation Medal
Award – see Philippine Liberation Medal
Award – see POW Purple Heart
Award – see Presidential Memorial Certificate
Award – see Republic of China Badge of Honor
Award – see ROK War Service Medal
Award – see Silver Star
Award – see Southwest Asia Service Medal
Award – see Vietnam Cross of Gallantry Medal
Award Modifications (TIOH Changes) 080601
Awards Replacement (Where to write)
Awards Replacement [01] (What to expect)
Awards Replacement [02] (Letter request format)
Awards Review/Replacement Request (What to do)
AXPOW HQ Data Breach (Personal info stolen)

Back Pain [01] (Massage Impact) 100501
Back Pay Interest (Now Allowed) 081101
Baggage Locking System (Inspectors will break locks)
Balance Bracelet Pain Reliever (FTC says no good)
Bank of NY Data Breach (4.5 million @ Risk) 080615
Bankruptcy (New law effective 17 Oct 05)
Barcode Basics (Country of Origin) 081115
Bariatric Surgery (Obesity treatment)
Bariatric Surgery [01] (High complication rates)
Bariatric Surgery [02] (Super obese death risk) 091101
Base Decals (AF No longer requires)
Basra Toxic Exposure (NG Unit CO Dying) 090301
Basra Toxic Exposure [01] (Exposees Sought)
Basra Toxic Exposure [02] (Lawsuit 2nd Filing) 100415
Bataan Death March [01] (Apology Given) 090615
Battleship Missouri Memorial (Repairs Scheduled) 090915
Beer Belly Control (1-2 beers a day OK)
Benefits Checkup (Recommended for 50+)
Benefits Upgrades (H.R. 1268 interim changes)
Benefits Upgrades 2008 (Much left to do) 090101
Bequest Basics (Types) 080701
Bill Mauldin Stamp (WWII Cartoonist) 100315
Biotape Refunds ($2.5 Million Available)
Birth Documents (Overseas) 090901
Bloedner Monument (Relocated) 100101
BLOG (Latest news source)
Blood Donation & vCJD (Ineligible Donors) 090301
Blood Donor Month (Retiree Donations Needed)
Blood Platelets (Shortage in San Diego)
Blood Pressure (Guidelines)
Blood Pressure – see Hypertension
Blood Pressure Guidelines [01] (Seasonal/Weight Factors) 100515
Blood Thinners (Possible Warfarin Replacement) 080801
Blood Thinners [01] (Gene Testing) 090301
Blood Thinners [02] (Medicare Genetic Test Decision) 090515
Blood Thinners [03] (VA Study Results) 101115
Blue Cross/Shield Data Breach (Stolen laptop) 091101
Blue Cross/Shield Data Breach [01] (2nd BC/S Breach) 100315
Blue Water Navy – see VA: AO Claims or Lawsuits
Board of Veterans' Appeals (Overview)
Board of Veterans' Appeals [01] (Expansion) 091101
Bone Marrow Donor Registration Enrollees Sought)
Bonus – see Vet
Bottled Water (Basics) 100601
BRAC (24% excess base capacity)
BRAC [01] (DoD School closings)
BRAC [02] (Amendment to delay)
BRAC [03] (Latest proposed base closings)
BRAC [04] (Base closure rational speculation)
BRAC [05] (Action dates)
BRAC [06] (Rumsfeld lowers estimate)
BRAC [07] (Facility listing released)
BRAC [08] (Changes to list anticipated)
BRAC [09] (Impact on medical facilities/care)
BRAC [10] (Political maneuvering to save bases)
BRAC [11] (Cost savings estimate questioned)
BRAC [12] (Commission adds some bases)
BRAC [13] (Current round may be last)
BRAC [14] (Panel votes are in)
BRAC [15] (Timing criticized by Commission)
BRAC [16] (Now up to congress)
BRAC [17] (System critique)
BRAC [18] (Last obstacle overcome)
BRAC [19] (DoD must begin by Sep 07)
BRAC [20] (Commission wants another year)
BRAC [21] (More funding needed)
BRAC [22] (New Base Names) 100401
BRAC {Base Realignment and Closure}
BrainPort Vision Project (Blind Vet Participants Sought) 100201
BRAVE & GIVE Acts(SSA rating acceleration)
Breast Cancer – see Cancer
Bronze Star Medal WWII (Eligibility)
Budget Proposal Impact on Vets (Bend over)
Budget Shortfalls Blamed on Retirees (Veteran groups outraged)
Bug Bites (What to do) 090815
Bug Safety (Children) (Summer safety tips)
Bugles Across America (Available for funerals)
Bump Keys (Home Security Compromised) 080401
Burial – see Arlington
Burial – see Bugles Across America
Burial – see Vet Cremains
Burial – see Veteran Disinterment
Burial in Arlington (Guidelines) 090101
Burial: At Sea (Overview)
Burial: At Sea [01] (Ceremony)
Burial: At Sea [02] (Obtainment)
Burial: Body Shipment (Inter-Country)
Burial: Bugler Shortage (Echo Taps project to highlight shortage)
Burial: Green (A better way)
Burial: National Cemetery (Scheduling available daily)
Burial: Private Cemetery (Things to consider)
Burial: Rosecrans San Diego (Inurnments only)
Burial: Veterans (Choices)
Burn Pit Lawsuit [01] (Halliburton Denies Liability) 090115
Burn Pit Toxic Emissions (Iraq & Afghanistan) 081201
Burn Pit Toxic Emissions [01] (Army Report Aug 07) 081201
Burn Pit Toxic Emissions [02] (Akaka Wants Review) 081215
Burn Pit Toxic Emissions [03] (Under study) 081215
Burn Pit Toxic Emissions [04] (VA Asked to Investigate) 090101
Burn Pit Toxic Emissions [05] (Questionable Death) 090301
Burn Pit Toxic Emissions [06] (VA to Monitor) 090401
Burn Pit Toxic Emissions [07] (Lawsuits Filed) 090501
Burn Pit Toxic Emissions [08] (H.R.2419 Provisions) 090601
Burn Pit Toxic Emissions [09] (DoD in Denial) 090715
Burn Pit Toxic Emissions [10] (Epidemiologist Appalled) 090801
Burn Pit Toxic Emissions [11] (IOM 1st Meeting) 100301
Burn Pit Toxic Emissions [12] (Mesothelioma Alert) 100401
Burn Pit Toxic Emissions [13] (911 Similarities) 100401
Burn Pit Toxic Emissions [14] (VA First Step) 100601
Burn Pit Toxic Emissions [15] (GAO Report Critical) 101101
Business Opportunity Scams (FTC action)
BX Rights for Vets (Bill introduced)

CA Guard Education Benefit (CNGEAP Approved) 090815
CA Vet Legislation (Recently Signed) 081015
CA Vet Legislation [01] (Budget Woes) 090301
CA Vet Legislation [02] (March 09) 090401
CA Vet Legislation [03] (Committee Actions) 090515
CA Vet Legislation [04] (Status) 100301
CA Vet Legislation [05] (Status) 100415
CA Vet Legislation [06] (State Budget Impact) 100601
CAC {Common Access ID Card}
Caffeine (Common doses)
California & Federal Disabled Benefits (70 to 100% SC)
California & Federal Disabled Benefits (100% SC) (List)
California & Federal Disabled Benefits (20% SC) (List)
California & Federal Disabled Benefits (30% SC) (List)
California & Federal Disabled Benefits (40% SC) (List)
California & Federal Disabled Benefits (50% SC) (List)
California & Federal Disabled Benefits (60% SC) (List)
California & Federal IU Benefits (Entitlement List)
California & Federal Pension Benefits (Non-service Connected)
California DVA Audit (Delivery of Services) 091115
Call Home Act S.2653 (Passed)
CALVET Reintegration Action Plan (Help & Support) 100401
CalVet/DMV Agreement (New Vet ID System) 100701
Camp Darby Welcomes Retirees (Leaning Tower of Pisa) 090715
Camp LeJeune – see
Canadian Nat Mil Cemetery (Available to U.S. vets)
Cancer Prevention (Guidelines)
Cancer Prevention [01] (Diet impact)
Cancer Risk Reduction (Simple Ways) 100315
Cancer Statistics (1999–2005) 090215
Cancer Statistics [01] (Military/Civilian Differences) 090801
Cancer Vitamin Study (C & E Ineffective) 081215
Cancer: Bladder (4th most common form)
Cancer: Bladder [01] (Cause & treatment)
Cancer: Brain - Link to Sarin (Gulf War vets sent letter)
Cancer: Brain - Link to Sarin [01] (VA clinicians given guidelines)
Cancer: Brain - Link to Sarin [02] (Exposed units identified)
Cancer: Breast (Army study results)
Cancer: Breast [01] (Vaccination results)
Cancer: Breast [02] (New Treatment Option) 100101
Cancer: Cervical (Preventable & curable)
Cancer: Cervical [01] (WRAMC offers vaccine)
Cancer: Cervical [02] (Tricare covers vaccinations)
Cancer: Hepatitis & Liver Cancer (Five known viruses)
Cancer: Prostrate (Medications)
Cancer: Prostrate [01] (Support Groups)
Cancer: Prostrate [02] (Omega 3-Fatty Acid)
Cancer: Prostrate [03] (Detection)
Cancer: Prostrate [04] Delayed Treatment)
Cancer: Prostrate [05] (Abiraterone Clinical Results) 080801
Cancer: Prostrate [06] (Screening Age Limit) 080815
Cancer: Prostrate [07] (Vitamin E & Selenium) 081101
Cancer: Prostrate [08] (FDA Approves Degarelix) 090201
Cancer: Prostrate [09] (Screening Decision) 090401
Cancer: Prostrate [10] (Misleading Bayer Ads) 090701
Cancer: Prostrate [11] (Ultrasound Treatment) 090801
Cancer: Skin (Cause & treatment)
Cancer: Testicular (75,000 affected annually)
Candidates DAV Questions(Responses)
Canes for Veterans (No Charge)
Canes for Veterans (01) (WWII/Korean war vets)
Cantaloupes (How to Choose) 100815
Capitol Flags (Overview) 090801
Captioned Telephone: (Hearing Impaired Vets)
CAR (Marine’s Combat Action Ribbon) (Eligibility)
Car Allowance Rebate System (How it Works) 090801
CAR Eligibility (Clarified)
Car Insurance Primer (Do you Know?) 100701
Car Insurance Requirements [PI] (What to expect)
Car Key Alarm (Security Tip)
Car Leasing (Pro & con)
Car Rental Tips (How to Save Money) 080515
Cardiovascular Disease (Recognize the Signs)
Career Fairs (Self Defeating Actions) 090815
Carefree RV Resorts (50% Vet Discount) 090615
Caries (Tooth Decay) (Ramifications) 080515
Cash Flow Control (Useful Techniques) 080901
Cash Flow Control [01] (Plug the Leaks) 080901
Casualty Assistance (Check out the RAO)
Casualty Assistance [01] (New VA pamphlet)
Casualty Assistance Officers (What they do)
Cataracts (Symptoms & treatment)
CAVA {Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims}
CBI {Compliance and Business Integrity}
CBO FY 2006 Review (DoD GDP percentage)
CBO Health Care Budget Options (2010 Options) 090201
CBO Military Compensation Report (Non-cash benefit value)
CBO Military Compensation Report [01] (Pay raise questioned)
CBO Military Compensation Report [02] (Options Offered) 090915
CBOC (Community Based Outpatient Clinic)
Celiac Disease (The Overlooked Diagnosis) 100101
Cell Phone Deactivation if Stolen (How to)
Cell Phone Deactivation if Stolen [01] (GSM applicability only)
Cell Phone Discounts (Available to some military)
Cell Phone Payment Suspension (90+ day deployments)
Cell Phone Scare Message (FTC debunks)
Cell Phone Service Plan Basics (Are you overpaying?)
Cell Phone Tips (Did you know?)
Cell Phone Tips [01] (Correction)
Cell Phone Use on Bases (Prohibited while driving)
Cell Phones for Soldiers (Support the Troops) 100915
Cellphone *77 (Phony Cops) 081201
Cellphone Discounts (Veterans) 090701
Census 2010 (Cautions) 091001
Census Bureau Data Breach (672 missing laptops)
Census Bureau Job Recruiting (Taking Applications) 081201
Census Bureau Job Recruiting [01] (1.2 Million Needed) 090401
Ceremonial Bugle for Taps (DoD approves)
Certificate of Creditable Coverage (Preexisting medical condition)
Certificate of Creditable Coverage [01] (How to obtain) 061201
Certificate of Creditable Coverage-[02] (Eligibility) 081201
Certificate of Military Service (Availability)
CHAMPVA [02] (S.3801) 101001
CHAMPVA Survivor Policy (Extended reinstatement deadline)
Changing Medicare Health Plans (When Allowed) 081115
Changing Military Records (Request within 3 years)
Changing Military Records [01] (Application procedure)
Changing Military Records [02] (Board action)
Chapter 61 (Overview)
Chapter 61 - See VA Chapter 61 Legislation
Chapter 61 CRSC Claims (Guidance Released) 080701
Chapter 61 Disability Pay (2001 NDAA Impact)
Chapter 61 Disability Pay [01] (CRSC Eligibility)
Chapter 61 Disability Pay [02] (CRDP Plan Details) 090601
Chapter 61 Disability Pay [03] (More Details) 090615
Chapter 61 Disability Pay [04] (Senate Cuts Expansion) 100801
Chapter 61 Legislation (Overview)
Chapter 61 Legislation [01] (S.944) 090515
Chapter 61 Legislation [02] (Dems find Money) 090701
Chapter 61 Legislation [03] (Half Step Forward) 090701
Chapter 61 Legislation [04] (Proposed CRDP Impact) 090801
Chapter 61 Legislation [05] (Obama Promise Broken) 091015
Chapter 61 Legislation [06] (CR Sliver of Hope) 100315
Chapter 61 Legislation [07] (H.R.4213 Funding) 100601
Chapter 61 Legislation [08] (Wilson Opposes Trick Bill) 100601
Chapter 61 Legislation [09] (S.3793 Offset Phase-out) 101015
Charity Solicitations (Questions to ask) 091115
CHCBP (Transitional Medical Coverage)
CHCBP {Continued Health Care Benefits Program}
CHCSII (Patient records to go digital)
CHCSII {Composite Health Care System II}
Check Floating (No longer possible after 28OCT)
Check/Money Order Scams (Consumers easy prey)
Chewing Gum To Replace Brushing (Army will test)
Chinese War Memorial Medal (Eligibility)
Cholesterol (Overview) 091201
Cholesterol [01] (Zetia Study) 091201
Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia [01] (VA must pay)
Cigarette Fire-safe Law (Self extinguishment)
Citizenship Legitimation Reqmts [U.S] (Persons born out of wedlock)
Civil Air Patrol Wants Retirees (Volunteer & paid positions)
Claims and Appeals (Responsibility is yours!)
CLL (Chronic lymphocytic leukemia)
Close Combat Badge (New badge for non-infantry approved)
Cloture – Parliamentary procedure to end debate and take an immediate vote.
CNGR Commission (Review of RC)
CNGR Commission [01] (2nd meeting summary)
CNGR Commission [02] (CNGR blasts Pentagon)
CNGR Commission [03] (Final Report Delivered)
CNH (Community Nursing Home)
CNN Attractions Free to Military (Retirees eligible)
COA (Mail) (On line thru USPS)
COBRA (Unemployed Health Insurance) 090115
COBRA [01] (ECS 2009 Impact) 090215
COBRA [02] (ECS 65% Subsidy) 090301
Coca Cola (FDA Warning) 090115
Coffee Filters (Household Use Tips) 091001
COLA 2000 (2.5 percent)
COLA 2001 (3.5 percent)
COLA 2002 (2.6 percent)
COLA 2003 (1.4 percent)
COLA 2004 (2.1 percent)
COLA 2005 (2.7 percent)
COLA 2006 (4.1 percent)
COLA 2007 (3.3 percent)
COLA 2008 (2.3 percent)
COLA 2009 (5.8 percent) 081101
COLA 2010 (OCT 1.3% Drop) 081201
COLA 2010 [01] (Another Decrease) 090101
COLA 2010 [02] (1% Dec Decrease) 090201
COLA 2010 [03] (0.5% JAN Increase) 090301
COLA 2010 [04] (0.5% FEB Increase) 090401
COLA 2010 [05] (0.2% MAR Increase) 090501
COLA 2010 [06] (July CPI Released) 090901
COLA 2010 [07] ($150 Legislation) 090915
COLA 2010 [08] (+0.3% in August) 091001
COLA 2011 (0.1% OCT 09) 091201
COLA 2011 [01] (0.1% Projected) 100401
COLA 2011 [02] (FEB Inflation 0.5%) 100501
COLA 2011 [03] (May 0.1% Increase) 100715
COLA 2011 [04] (CBO S.3018 Cost Estimate) 100815
COLA 2011 [05] (CPI-E Option) 100915
COLA 2011 [07] ($250 SSA/VA) 101215
COLA Adjustment Bill (Would Cap retirees COLAs)
Cold Hands (Cause & treatment)
Cold War Experiments Lawsuit (VA Care Sought) 090115
Cold War Experiments Lawsuit [01] (Approved for Trial) 100201
Cold War Medal (Veterans Want Recognition)
Cold War Medal [01] (DoD does Not Want)
Cold War Medal [02] (Not in NDAA 09)
Cold War Medal [03] (S.2743) 091115
Cold War Recognition Certificates (Approved by SECDEF)
Colds (Sleep Impact) 090115
Colds [01] (What You Didn't Know) 101101
Colds vs. Flu (Symptoms) 091101
College Financial Plan (Future costs)
Colon Cancer Detection (2nd highest U.S. cancer killer)
Combat Action Medal (Study Ongoing)
Combat Action Medal [01] (AF Begins Apr 07)
Combat Action Medal [02] (VFW Wants USN CAM) 080901
Combat Action Ribbon (Retroactive)
Combat Action Ribbon [01] (USN IED eligibility)
Combat Medics Badge (Pending)
Combat Related Death Gratuity (Retroactive to 7 OCT 01)
Combat Veteran Health Care – see VA
Combat Zone Death Tax Reporting (How to)
Combat Zone Tax Rules (IG Audit Uncovers Problems) 091201
Commemorative Coin Program (5-Star Generals) 101101
Commerce Dept Privacy Breach (Lost/stolen computers)
Commissary (Self checkout)
Commissary [01] (Notes of interest)
Commissary [02] (Variable pricing)
Commissary [03] (Merger concept resurfaces)
Commissary Bag Selection (Paper less expensive)
Commissary Construction (Program impacted)
Commissary Coupon Use [01] (Internet coupons now accepted)
Commissary Coupon Use [02] (Home printed coupons reinstated)
Commissary Gift Certificate (Supplier Goes Bust) 090315
Commissary Savings Tip (Plan ahead)
Commissary User Savings (32% Annually)
Commissary Watch List (Nine stores under scrutiny)
Common Access Card (CAC) (H.R.3046 & 3128 impact)
Communicating with Congress (Advocacy tip sheet)
Communicating with Congress [01] (Making it harder)
Communicating with Congress [02] (800 numbers)
Communicating with Congress [03] (Fewer Vets) 100815
Compensation for injury by VA (From Treatment) 090715
Complementary & Alternative Medicine (FDA limits)
Computer Keyboards (Cleaning) 090215
Computer Power Surge Protection (Are you prepared?)
Computer Security (Spyware elimination)
Computer Tip (Email print size)
Concurrent Receipt – see Pay
Concurrent Receipt Status JUL 07 (570,000 not yet eligible)
Congress - Contacting (Congressional contact data base)
Congress ~ 112th (Election’s Military Impact) 101115
Congress Returns to Work SEP 05 (Unresolved issues)
Congress Vet Voting Record (Check out your rep)
Congressional Alphalist (R Index) 101215
Congressional Alphalist (Q Index) 101201
Congressional Alphalist (P Index) 101115
Congressional Alphalist (N-O Index) 101101
Congressional Alphalist (Motions) 101015
Congressional Alphalist (M Index ) 101001
Congressional Alphalist (J-L Index) 100915
Congressional Alphalist (H-I ) Index 100901
Congressional Alphalist (F-G Index) 100815
Congressional Alphalist (E Index) 100801
Congressional Alphalist (D Index) 100715
Congressional Alphalist (C Index ) 100701
Congressional Alphalist (B Index ) 100615
Congressional Alphalist (A Index) 100601
Congressional Budget Schedule (FY 2007)
Congressional Cola 2007 ($3,300 Increase)
Congressional Cola 2008 ($4,100 Increase)
Congressional Cola 2009 ($4,700 Increase) 090101
Congressional Communication Hints (How to be most effective)
Congressional Contacts (Staff member’s duties)
Congressional Gold Medal [01] (Nisei Recognized) 101015
Congressional Gold Medal (Overview) 101015
Congressional Hearings [01] (HVAC/SVAC Sep Hearings) 100901
Congressional Hearings 2008 (About to Start)
Congressional Mail (Tips on writing them)
Congressional Mail [01] (Tips on Writing Congress) 101015
Congressional Pay/Benefits [05] (2010 COLA) 100501
Congressional Salaries & Benefits 2004 (What they get)
Congressional Spending (YouCut Project) 100815
Congressional Terminology (Military funding terms)
Congressional Terminology [01] (Cloture)
Congressional Terminology [02] (Pro Forma Session) 090101
Congressional Terminology [03] (Discharge Petition) 100401
Congressional Terms www.thecapitol.net/glossary/tuvwxyz.htm
Congressional Vet Committee Lineup (Major changes)
Connecticut State Veterans Memorial (To be built) 100801
Connecticut Veteran' Home [01] (Prescription Drugs) 100615
Consular Fees (JUL 2010 Changes) 100715
Consumer Health Digest (Phony health care)
Consumer Price Index (CPI explanation)
Contact Info for Vets (Who to Call) 080801
Contact Info for Vets [01] (Quick Reference Guide) 080901
Contact Lens Prescriptions (More competition)
Contacting Congress [01] (Options) 101201
Continuing Resolution (What it is) 081015
Cool Blue Listerine Recall (Found to be inadequate)
Coronary Artery Disease (Symptoms)
Coronary Heart Disease Mgmt (72 page guide)
Cost of Government Day (16 July) 080801
Coughing (Overview) 090615
CPR (Old and new)
CRDP – see Pay
CRDP [16] (Grass roots effort impact)
CRDP [17] (SECDEF position)
CRDP [18] (Bush proposed plan)
CRDP [19] (Number of retirees)
CRDP [20] (A step forward)
CRDP [21] (Discharge petition)
CRDP [22] (Signed into law)
CRDP [23] (Phase in amounts)
CRDP [24] (New official name)
CRDP [25] (CR/CDP now CRDP)
CRDP [26] (Civil service retirement impact)
CRDP [27] (Possible elimination of 10-yr phase in for 100%)
CRDP [28] (Payment Increases)
CRDP [29] (Accelerated CR for IU mulled)
CRDP [30] (Decision still pending on IU Vets)
CRDP [31] (100% Disabled w/IU chances now 50-50)
CRDP [32] (100% Disabled w/IU chances remain 50-50)
CRDP [33] (100% disability w/ IU)
CRDP [34] (More on Unemployables)
CRDP [35] (Discharge petition in House)
CRDP [36] (H.R.2076 introduced in Congress)
CRDP [37] (100% IU approved)
CRDP [38] (IU advances to 5 years)
CRDP [39] (2006 strategy to improve)
CRDP [40] (New legislation)
CRDP [41] (2007 Increase)
CRDP [42] (IU Payments Begin) 080915
CRDP [43] (Majority leader support)
CRDP [44] (Back Pay for IU’s) 081101
CRDP [45] (IU Retro Pay Tax) 081201
CRDP [46] (TERA Funding Woes) 100301
CRDP [47] (Rounding Down) 100901
CRDP {Concurrent Retirement Disability Pay}
CRDP Earlier Than Expected (150,000 by 1 Feb 04)
CRDP/CRSC Claim Backlog (39,000+ Pending)
CRDP/CRSC Open Season (1 thru 31 JAN 08)
CRDP/CRSC Option (Election due by 31 JUL)
CRDP/CRSC Option [01] (2008 Open Season)
CRDP/CRSC Option [02] (2009 Open Season) 081201
Credit Card Agreements (Access) 100701
Credit Card Charges (APR Reduction Possible)
Credit Card Charges [01] (Hearing Impact on Penalties)
Credit Card Charges [02] (Reform Legislation) 080515
Credit Card Charges [03] (Unauthorized) 090801
Credit Card Charges [04] (Effective 22 FEB 2010) 100201
Credit Card Charges [05] (New Rules Considerations) 100315
Credit Card Charges [06] (Minimum Pmt Loophole) 100601
Credit Card Destruction (Tips) 091001
Credit Card Interchange Fees (Reforms) 100601
Credit Card Late Fees (Tripled in 10 years) 081015
Credit Card Late Fees [01] (How to Avoid) 081015
Credit Card Offers (How to reduce)
Credit Card Scam (Report it if called)
Credit Card Scam [01] (EPPI Card system) 080701
Credit Freezes in Jeopardy (Consumer protection)
Credit Report Content (Basics)
Credit Score (How to raise)
Credit Score [01] (Misunderstood) 080915
Credit Score [02] (Credit Card Impact) 090715
Crime Victim Resource Overseas (Crime victim assistance)
Crime Victim Resources U.S. Where to go)
CRSC – see Pay
CRSC [09] (Reservist eligibility)
CRSC [10] (Expanded program)
CRSC [11] (NDAA 04 provisions)
CRSC [12] (Backlog to increase)
CRSC [13] (SMC/IU issue)
CRSC [14] (www.crsc.army.mil)
CRSC [15] (SMC & IU resolved)
CRSC [16] (Claim processing status)
CRSC [17] (Wait for new applications)
CRSC [18] (Implementation policy letter)
CRSC [19] (New application rules)
CRSC [20] (Where to send naval applications)
CRSC [21] (Chapter 61 retirees)
CRSC [22] (Payment of IU in AUG)
CRSC [23] (DFAS payment schedule)
CRSC [24] (Backlog almost gone)
CRSC [25] (Applications encouraged)
CRSC [26] (31OCT DFAS backlog elimination)
CRSC [27] (Backlog resolution)
CRSC [28] (Chapter 61 coverage)
CRSC [29] (Chapter 61 retirees)
CRSC [30] (Electronic statement delivery initiated)
CRSC [31] ($21 billion untapped)
CRSC [32] (COA for USN/USMC)
CRSC [33] (68% approval rate)
CRSC [34] (New bill S.2385)
CRSC [35] (CRSC/CRDP open season)
CRSC [36] (You may qualify)
CRSC [37] (Chapter 61 Guidance)
CRSC [38] (Phishing Scam) 080601
CRSC [39] (Glitch Surfaces) 080801
CRSC [40] (Air Force TERA/TRDL) 080901
CRSC {Combat-Related Special Compensation}
CRSC Application Tips (Good to know)
CRSC under Disability Retirement (How to Compute) 080601
CSRS {Civil Service Retirement System}
CSRS COLA 2007 (2.3% &3.3% Increases)
CSRS Survivor Annuity (Loophole) 090215
CSRS/FERS Retirement 2005 (Planning guides available)
CT Soldiers’, Sailors’ & Marines’ Fund (Cuts Pending) 090301
CT Vet Educational Benefits (Overview) 080615
CT Vet Property Tax (D-isability Verification Letter) 081015
CT Vet Wartime Service Medal (270K Vets eligible)
CWVV Health Care Program (Birth Defect Care) 100515
Cyberspace Command (Keesler AFB a Contender)

DACMC (SECDEF compensation review)
DACMC [01] (Proposed pay changes)
DACMC [02] (Sweeping changes)
DACMC {Defense Advisory Committee on Military Compensation}
Data Breach – see AF
Data Breach – see Agriculture Dept
Data Breach – see AXPOW
Data Breach – see Bank of NY
Data Breach – see Blue Cross/Shield
Data Breach – see Census Bureau
Data Breach – see Commerce Dept
Data Breach – see Dave & Buster Restaurants
Data Breach – see Express Scripts
Data Breach – see FL Dept of Finance
Data Breach – see Georgia Department of Community Health (GDCH)
Data Breach – see Hannaford Bros
Data Breach – see IRS
Data Breach – see MA DPL
Data Breach – see MOAA
Data Breach – see NARA
Data Breach – see National Guard
Data Breach – see Navy
Data Breach – see NIH
Data Breach – see Pentagon
Data Breach – see SSA
Data Breach – see TJX
Data Breach – see Tricare (SAIC)
Data Breach – see TSA
Data Breach – see U of U Hospital
Data Breach – see USDA
Data Breach – see USMC
Data Breach – see VA
Data Breach – see Walter Reed
Data Breach U.S. Navy [04] (17 Month Alert Delay) 100415
Dates to Remember (Mark Your Calendar) 080501
DAV Transportation Network (Volunteer drivers needed)
Dave & Buster Data Breach (Cash Register Terminals) 080515
David Grant Medical Center (HL&VC Now Open) 101101
Daylight Saving Time (DST) (Start/Stop dates)
Daylight Savings Time (Different in 2007)
Daylight Savings Time [01] (Why & When) 081101
DBIDS (New ID Requirement) 100301
DBIDS [01] (What you need to know) 100715
DD-214 - see Military records
DD-214 Privacy in Texas (Confidential for 75 years)
DD-214 Security (Filing with local government)
DD-214 Security [01] (Could be digitized) 090801
D-Day (Overview) 090615
D-Day [01] (Memorial Funding Problems) 090615
D-Day Anniversary Tours (60th anniversary)
Death Benefits (Active duty)
Death Benefits [CA & Federal] (Service Connected)
Death Benefits [CA & Federal] (Nonservice Connected)
Death Gratuity (Combat Related)
Death Gratuity [01] (Increases effective 1 SEP 05)
Death Gratuity [02] (More Choices) 080801
Death Gratuity [03] (Check Cashing Problem) 080801
Death Gratuity [04] (Electronic Deposit Available) 080815
Death Issues (Things to consider)
Death of U.S. Citizen Abroad Report (SF-192 necessity)
Debit Card Data Breach (Bank Card Skimming) 080515
Debit Cards (Types & advantages)
Debt Collector's Rules (Tactics not Allowed) 100715
Debt Collector's Rules [01] (FDCPA Rights) 100615
Debt Control Commission [01] (Jun Mtg) 100715
Debt Reduction Commission (Coming in 2010) 100215
Debt Reduction Commission [02] (Controversy) 100915
Debt Reduction Commission [03] (Veteran Issues) 101115
Debt Reduction Commission [04] (Final Plan) 101215
Debt Reduction Commission [05] (Medicare/TFL Proposal) 101215
Debt Reduction Planner (Elimination cost)
Debt Settlement Companies (New FTC Rules) 101001
Debt Statute of Limitations (Suits) 090415
DeCA {Defense Commissary Agency}
DeCA Bad Check Policy Change (New policy on NSF checks)
DeCA Dietician Service (Online) 080501
DECA Double Coupon Policy (Prohibited by Law) 080401
DeCA Hiring Policy (Targeted Disabilities Goal) 090901
DeCA Scholarships 2007 (Apply by 21 FEB)
Deep Vein Thrombosis (Kills 200,000 Annually)
DEERS {Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System}
DEERS Facts [01] (Keeping Current) 090501
DEERS Update & COA [01] (How to) 100501
DEERS: Facts (Policies & Responsibilities)
DEERS: Former Spouse - see Tricare
DEERS: OCONUS Communications (How to)
DEERS: Registration in RP (ID Cards Available)
DEERS: Registration in RP [01] (Hours of Operation)
DEERS: Registration in RP [02] (General Guidelines)
DEERS: Registration in RP [03] (Procedures/Hours)
DEERS: Reserve Enrollment (Policy)
DEERS: Update & COA (How to)
Defense Health Agency (Proposed new agency)
Dementia (What it is) 090715
Dementia [01] (Research News) 090801
Dependency & Indemnity Compensation (Overview) 090215
Dependents & Survivors Benefits (Summary) 091215
Dependents’ Educational Assistance (Available to widows & their kids)
Depleted Uranium (Compensation for exposure)
Depleted Uranium [01] (Guardsmen sue)
Depleted Uranium [02] (Gulf War Syndrome cause)
Depleted Uranium [03] (Controversial health issue)
Depleted Uranium [04] (Report due OCT 07)
Depleted Uranium [05] (Advocates Protest NY Inaction) 080415
Deploy Med Research LINK (Info on health research)
Deployment Aid Library (Information source)
Depression (Medication Usage) 091215
Dextromethorphan AAFES Sales (Limitation on sales)
DFAS {Defense Finance and Accounting Service}
DFAS 1099-R for 2007 (Availability Dates)
DFAS 1099R for 2008 (Viewing Dates) 081115
DFAS 2004 1099R & RAS (Availability dates promulgated)
DFAS 2005 1099R & RAS (Should be received NLT 5 JAN)
DFAS 2006 1099R & RAS (Download from myPay)
DFAS AOP (Retiree Arrears of Pay) 100815
DFAS Contact Info (Methods)
DFAS Contact Info [01] (Keep current)
DFAS Death Notification (Where/How to notify)
DFAS Emergency Contact (Numbers to call for pay)
DFAS Involuntary Allotment – see Garnishment
DFAS myPay Look Alikes (Not affiliated)
DFAS myPay System (Pay matters made easier)
DFAS myPay System [01] (1099R hardcopy option)
DFAS myPay System [02] (400,000 to receive letter)
DFAS myPay System [03] (Electronic 1099R)
DFAS myPay System [04] (New Security Measure)
DFAS myPay System [05] (New ID/Password Rqmt) 091015
DFAS myPay System [06] (Email Security Measure) 091015
DFAS myPay System [07] (Personal Email Addees) 091201
DFAS myPay System [08] (Security Changes) 100315
DFAS myPay System Change (Users must request mailed documents)
DFAS Notes [01] (Current actions)
DFAS Overseas Direct Deposit (IDD program)
DFAS Overseas Direct Deposit [01] (Exchange rates)
DFAS Pay Inquiries [01] (Net Pay Reduction) 100415
DFAS Payroll ($3 billion + per month)
DFAS Profile 2006 (Stats & POC)
DFAS R&A Program: (Transition to DoD) 090815
DFAS Reserve/Guard Pay Center (Officially opened)
DFAS Retiree Pay Statement (CRDP combined w/retiree pay)
DFAS Retiree Pay Statement [01] (Printing Error) 100201
DFAS Tax Statement Schedule (2010) 101215
DFAS Tax Statements (2009) 091215
DFAS Tax Statements via Mail (Mailing imminent)
DFAS Website (http://www.dod.mil/dfas)
DFAS Website [02] (Improvements) 100415
DFC "V" Device for Heroism (Eligibility)
DHS Report Trashes Veterans (Vets Outraged) 090501
DHS Report Trashes Vets [01] (Report Withdrawn) 090601
Diabetes (Overview)
Diabetes – see AO
Diabetes [01] (VA Presumptive Illness)
Diabetes [02] (Meter Safety alert)
Diabetes [03] (New medication approved)
Diabetes [04] (Take the test)
Diabetes [05] (Obesity Surgery Cure)
Diabetes [06] (Drug Spending Doubles) 081101
Diabetes [07] (Myths) 101115
Diabetes Eye Exam Program (Medicare sponsored)
DIC – see VA
DIC {Dependency and Indemnity Compensation}
DIC Retroactive Award (SBP Tax Impact) 101001
DIC+SBP (Overview)
DIC+SBP [01] (Concurrent Receipt)
DIC+SBP [02] (Remarriage after Age 57)
DIC+SBP [03] (GSW Offset Goal)
DIC+SBP [04] (DIC increase to $1500 proposed)
DIC+SBP [05] (H.R.808 would repeal offset)
DIC+SBP [06] (Offset Impact) 080801
Diet and Exercise Myths (Top 10) 080915
Diet Pills (Read the small print)
Diet Pills [01] (False claims)
Diet Slim Chance 2004 Awards (Worst diet gimmicks)
Diet: Eat More, Stay Thin (What to do)
Dietary Supplements [01] (Calcium & Vitamin D) 101215
Dietary Supplements: (FDA Regulation)
Digital Camera Basics (How to use)
Digital TV Upgrade (Implementation Deadline FEB 09)
Digital TV Upgrade [01] (50% Households Unprepared)
Dignity for Wounded Warriors Act (S.713 introduced)
Diploma Mills (What they are/do)
Disability Evaluation System DoD-VA -(Pilot Expansion) 081115
Disability Evaluation System DoD-VA [01] (Initial Reviews) 090101
Disability Evaluation System DoD-VA [02] (May Never Mesh) 090401
Disabled Can Sue States (Supreme Court ruling)
Disabled Retiree Back Pay – see VA Retro Pay
Disabled Retiree Back Tax (3 years refund limit)
Disabled Retiree Back Tax [01] (Refund beyond 3 years)
Disabled Retiree Back Tax [02] (USCG/NOAA refunds) 091101
Disabled Tenant Eviction (Possible in some cases)
Disabled Vet Caregivers (Unpaid Leave Bill) 090815
Disabled Vet Jobs ($11/hr training pay)
Disabled Vet License Plate (TX criteria)
Disabled Vet Tax (Bill to eliminate)
Disabled Vet Tax Termination Act (New CRDP legislation)
Disabled Veterans Assistance Phone Line (Employment assistance)
Disabled Veterans Memorial ($65 million needed)
Disabled Veterans Memorial [01] (Commemorative Coin) 080801
Disabled Veterans Memorial [02] ($86 Million Project) 080815
Disabled Veterans Memorial [03] (Mint Issues Coin) 100315
Disabled Veterans Memorial [04] (Groundbreaking) 101115
Disabled Vets Sought To Testify (30+ day waits)
Disaster Preparedness (Are you prepared?)
Disaster Preparedness [02] (Emergency Kit) 090615
Discharge & Examination Processing (VA/DoD cooperating)
Disney’s Armed Forces Salute (2009 Offer) 090115
Disposal of Electronic Products (What to do)
Disputing Credit Reports (How to dispute)
Distinguished Sailors Stamps (Issued) 100215
Divine Strake (Test on hold)
Divorce – see Military
Divorce & Federal Employee Benefits (Impact) 100501
Divorce Considerations (Property division)
DMDC Philippine Outreach (Will issue ID cards)
DNA Testing in RP [01] (U.S. Embassy Manila) 100701
DoD Benefit Cuts (First Step?) 100801
DoD Benefit Cuts [01] (BDD Initial Observations) 100801
DoD Benefit Cuts [02] (Benefits Unsustainable) 100815
DoD Benefit Cuts [03] (Former Sen. Simpson Comments) 100915
DoD Benefit Cuts [04] (Fringe Benefits Denounced) 100915
DoD Benefit Cuts [05] (Health Care off the Table) 101115
DoD Benefit Cuts [06] (**Draft plan) 101201
DoD Benefit Cuts [07] (A 2nd Commission report) 101201
DoD Benefit Cuts [08] (Optimistic Perspective) 101215
DoD Budget 2011 (Chairman Opening Statement) 100215
DoD Budget FY 2010 (Process Begins) 090401
DoD Budget FY 2010 [01] (Resolutions Approved) 090415
DoD Disability Evaluation System (Undergoing overhaul)
DoD Disability Evaluation System [01] (Firms volunteer)
DoD Disability Evaluation System [02] (Pro Bono Effort)
DoD Disability Evaluation System [03] (NDAA includes S.1606)
DoD Disability Evaluation System [04] (Joint system)
DoD Disability Evaluation System [05] (Bush’s proposal)
DoD Disability Evaluation System [06] (Unique)
DoD Disability Evaluation System [07] (Pilot/Future Plans)
DoD Disability Evaluation System [08] (Single Physical)
DoD Disability Evaluation System [09] (Improvements)
DoD Disability Evaluation System [10] (VASRD Compliance) 080401
DoD Disability Evaluation System [11] (Army Not Complying) 081015
DoD Disability Evaluation System [12] (Chu at it Again) 081201
DoD Disability Evaluation System [13] (Combat-Related Definition) 081201
DoD Disability Evaluation System [14] (Expedited DES) 090201
DoD Disability Retirement (Overview)
DoD Disability Retirement [01] (1/3rd Reserves Impacted)
DoD Disability Retirement [02] (Discharge parameters)
DoD Disability Retirement [03] (TDRL GAO Issues) 090501
DoD Disability Severance (Law Violated?) 080701
DoD Disability Severance [01] (Revised Regulation) 090515
DoD EHR System (Computerized medical records)
DoD Genetic Illness Policy (Genetic discrimination)
DoD Gift Limits (Approval req’d over $20)
DoD Gift Limits [01] (Additional clarification)
DoD Hearing Aids (RACHAP/RHAPP Program)
DoD Mental Health Task Force (Input requested)
DoD Mental Health Task Force [01] (18 Dec meeting)
DoD Mental Health Task Force [02] (Combat stress concerns)
DoD Mental Health Task Force [03] (22 Jan meeting)
DoD Mental Health Task Force [04] (Task Force results)
DoD Mental Health Task Force [05] (Mental health shortfalls)
DoD Military Retiree Employment (New policy)
DoD Millennium Cohort Study (21 year study)
DoD PDBR (New Board) 080715
DoD PDBR [01] (Anticipated Problems) 080715
DoD PDBR [02] (Applications Available DEC 08) 081115
DoD PDBR [03] (Review Board Comparisons) 081201
DoD PDBR [04] (Review Process) 081215
DoD PDBR [05] (Accepting Applications) 090201
DoD PDBR [06] (Expanded Ratings Review) 090515
DoD PDBR [07] (Favorable Results for 61%) 100315
DoD PDBR [08] (Only 921Have Applied) 100415
DoD PDBR {Physical Disability Board of Review}
DoD Personnel Death Policy (Decedent’s desires lack authority)
DoD PTSD Lawsuit (Army Denied Benefits) 090101
DoD Rehab Treatment (Adequacy Questioned) 090401
DoD Retiree Employment (New Policy)
DoD Retiree Employment [01] (NDAA 09 Amendment) 090801
DoD Retiree Pay Offset (CRSC/CRDP Impact)
DoD Retiree Pay Offset [01] (HR 333 Action Alert) 090115
DoD Retiree/Reserve Benefits Policy (Entitlement raises opposed)
DoD Rising Medical Cost (Copay increase could be forthcoming)
DoD Rising Medical Cost [01] (Medicine cost determines availability)
DoD SMART Scholarships (How to apply)
DoD Tax Error (NM Native American Vets) 091215
DoD to VA Record Transition – see DoD/VA Seamless Transition
DoD to VA Transition [11] (Far-sighted partnership) 091101
DoD to VA Transition [12] (DES Pilot Expansion) 091201
DoD Vet Betrayal (Combat-related Defined) 080915
DoD Vet Betrayal [01] (Pentagon Limits Law's Pledge) 100101
DoD Website (New Home Page) 090901
DoD/USPS Military Mail Policy (Generic Addressees)
DoD/VA Seamless Transition (Not smooth)
DoD/VA Seamless Transition [01] (Not going well)
DoD/VA Seamless Transition [02] (Agreement reached)
DoD/VA Seamless Transition [03] (Hearings highlight efforts)
DoD/VA Seamless Transition [04] (New Legislation)
DoD/VA Seamless Transition [05] (No date set)
DoD/VA Seamless Transition [06] (16th hearing comments)
DoD/VA Seamless Transition [07] (Health Records) 090201
DoD/VA Seamless Transition [08] (Uniform Registration) 090415
DoD/VA Seamless Transition [09] (Obama Promises Change) 090415
DoD/VA Seamless Transition [10] (Near Impossible for Records) 090901
Don'T Ask, Don't Tell (AL/VFW Oppose Change) 100215
Draft – see SSS
Draft Exposure (Impact on Elderly)
Drug Cost Increase Rejected (Pharmacy copay increase)
DSHS Veterans Project [01] (Older vet assistance)
DTIC {Defense Technical Information Center}
DTRA (DR program abolishment)
DU {Depleted Uranium}
Dual Nationality and US Law (Allowed)
Duty Station Verification [USN] (Sources to recover data from)

Eagle Hammock RV Park (MWR Vacation Site) 080601
Earwax Removal (National Guidelines) 080915
Echo Taps Worldwide (Armed Forces Day plan)
Economic Recovery Payment (H.R.5987) 101101
Economic Stimulus Package (Impact on Vets)
Economic Stimulus Package [01] (File Early)
Economic Stimulus Package [02] (Vet Eligibility)
Economic Stimulus Package [03] (6 Steps to take)
Economic Stimulus Package [04] (VA Benefit Impact) 080401
Economic Stimulus Package [05] (Payment Dates) 080401
Economic Stimulus Package [06] (File after 15 APR) 080515
Economic Stimulus Package [07] (Filing w/ITINs) 080601
Economic Stimulus Package [08] ($2 billion Confiscated) 080701
Economic Stimulus Package [09] (IRS Issues Reminder) 080815
ECS {Economic Stimulus}
ECS 2009 (Impact on Vets) 090201
ECS 2009 [01] (Approved by Conferees) 090215
ECS 2009 [02] (Not Enough for Vets) 090301
ECS 2009 [03] (CSRS retirees) 090301
ECS 2009 [04] (Vet/DIC Pmt) 090301
ECS 2009 [05] (SSA Payment) 090301
ECS 2009 [06] (Eligibility) 090315
ECS 2009 [07] (Unwanted Withholdings) 090401
ECS 2009 [08] (Residency Criteria) 090401
ECS 2009 [09] (Retiree Action Alert) 090415
ECS 2009 [10] (Tax Tables Released) 090415
ECS 2009 [11] (Rude Surprise for Some) 090601
ECS 2009 [12] (VA $250 Pmt) 090701
ECS 2009 [13] (Deadline 15 OCT 09) 090801
EHR (Vet Use to Expand) 100115
Elderly Blood Pressure & Mortality (Survival Rates)
Elderly Cold Prevention (Vitamin E impact)
Elderly Emergency Room Use (Drug Side Effects)
Email – see Spam
Email: Addressing (Bcc use)
Email: How to Make Sure You Get Yours (Bypassing spam filters)
Email: Navy/Marines Block (Send COA if applicable)
Email: Petitions (Ineffective)
Email: Questionable (Don’t Be Fooled)
Emergency Contraception (H.R. 2064)
Emergency Room Tips (Preparations & Use) 090501
Employment – see Federal; Jobs
Employment Restrictions [Post Service] (Don’t jeopardize retirement pay)
Enlistment (U.S. Military) 091001
Enlistment – see Recruiting
Enlistment [01] (Age Limits) 091015
Enlistment [02] (Citizenship criteria) 091101
Enlistment [03] (Dependent Criteria) 091115
Enlistment [04] (Credit/Finance Criteria) 091201
Enlistment [05] (Single Parent Criteria) 091215
Enlistment [06] (Military Couple Criteria) 100101
Enlistment [07] (Education Tiers) 100115
Enlistment [08] (Drug/Alcohol Involvement Impact) 100201
Enlistment [09] (Criminal History Impact) 100215
Enlistment [10] (Sexual Preference Impact) 100301
Enlistment [11] (Height/Weight Criteria) 100315
Enlistment [12] (Medical Criteria) 100401
Enlistment [13] (Ineligibility Conditions) 100415
Enlistment Pool (Limited to 5 million) 080401
Enlistment to Avoid Prosecution (No longer allowed)
Enlistment Waivers (On the Increase)
Enlistment Waivers [01] (Process Standardized) 080715
Environmental Certificate Training Program (OIF/OEF/ONE vets)
EOB {Explanation of Benefits} see Tricare
E-Passport (Available end of 2006)
Equal Justice for Servicemen (Supreme Court access)
Ernie Pyle Museum (Closed) 100701
Estate Planning (Pro Bono Service) 090201
Estate Planning – see Federal tax Law changes
Estate Planning [01] (Tax-deferred Investments) 090215
Estate Planning [02] (Planned Giving) 100701
Estate Tax – see Tax
Estate Tax Update 03 (U.S.) (2010 Elimination) 100101
Exchange Consolidation [01] (Transparent to consumers)
Exchange Consolidation [02] (UETF modified plan)
Exchange Restrictions Remain (No high cost items)
Expatriate Income Tax (Who must file)
Expatriate Income Tax [01] (Deadlines) 080615
Expatriate Income Tax [02] (Surrendering Citizenship) 100515
Expeditionary Warfare Pin (Approved)
Expeditionary Warfare Pin (USN) (Approved 31 JUL 06)
Express Scripts Data Breach (Ransom Demands) 081115
Eye Exams/Glasses [01] (Military community options)
Eyeglasses for Retirees (How to Obtain) 100115

FAA Data Breach (45,000 at Risk) 090215
Fair Tax Act [01] (Reintroduced as H.R.0025)
Fake Heroes – see Military Stolen Valor
Falcon Loan Program (Loan to $500)
Family Care Giving (Medicaid Cash Allowance)
Family Film Festival (No Cost Movies) 080715
Fat Tax (Alabama) 080901
FDA {U.S Food and Drug Administration}
FDA Assessment (Lower Enforcement)
FDA Drug Safety Issues (List) 080915
FDA Scam (Impersonators) 081201
FDA Scam [01] (International Extortion) 100115
FDIC {Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation}
FDIC Insurance (Limits)
Federal Audit (Government exposure $50 trillion)
Federal Excise Tax Refund Credit – see Tax
Federal Jobs (For Veterans)
Federal Jobs [01] (Disabled) 091015
Federal Pay (Two-Year Freeze) 101201
Federal Pay [01] (Military Should Share Freeze) 101215
Federal Pay [02] (Pay Freeze + Tax Hike) 101215
Federal Pell Grants (Program Description) 100601
Federal Recovery Coordinators (DoD & VA)
Federal Retirement for Vets (Military earnings rule)
Federal Student Aid (Retirees eligible)
Federal Student Aid [01] (Interest suspension bill)
Federal Student Aid [02] (CCRAA Vet Impact) 090315
Federal Tax Law Changes (2009 Summary) 100115
Federal Tax Law Changes [01] (2010 Summary) 100501
Federal Tax Law Changes [02] (2011 thru 2017 Summary) 100515
Federal Tax Law Changes [03] (Email Scare Message) 100915
FEGLI (Pay Out Policy) 101001
FEHB {Federal Employees Health Benefits}
FEHB Open Season (14 Nov to 12 DEC)
FEHBP Open Season [01] (2010) 101101
FEHBP Premiums [01] (2011 Increase 7.2%) 101015
FEHBP Premiums 2007 (2.3% Increase)
FEHBP Reserve Reimbursements [01] (Extended to 24 Months)
FEMA Mobile Homes (Sale to vets)
Feres Doctrine (Petition)
Feres Doctrine [01] (Repeal Legislation Introduced) 090715
Feres Doctrine [02] (Carmelo Rodriguez Bill) 090801
Filipino VA Benefits (Upgraded)
Filipino Vet Inequities (Wartime promises)
Filipino Vet Inequities [01] (Opposition to S.0057)
Filipino Vet Inequities [02] (S.0057 passes committee)
Filipino Vet Inequities [03] (H.R.760 funding issue)
Filipino Vet Inequities [04] (Pensions protested)
Filipino Vet Inequities [05] (Republicans protest)
Filipino Vet Inequities [06] (SMP benefit loss)
Filipino Vet Inequities [07] (S.1315 Impasse)
Filipino Vet Inequities [08] (Dual US/RP Pensions)
Filipino Vet Inequities [09] (S.1315 Passes Senate) 080501
Filipino Vet Inequities [10] (One-Time Payment) 081015
Filipino Vet Inequities [11] (Sen. Burr Comments) 081101
Filipino Vet Inequities [12] (ECS 2009 Funding) 090201
Filipino Vet Inequities [13] (ECS Committee Decision) 090215
Filipino Vet Inequities [14] (Payment Guidelines) 090301
Filipino Vet Inequities [15] (23,000 Claims to Date) 090401
Filipino Vet Inequities [16] (Claim Denials) 090615
Filipino Vet Inequities [17] (FVEC Sitrep) 090915
Filipino Vet Inequities [18] (4 Weeks Left to Apply) 100115
Filipino Vet Inequities [18] (Application Deadline Reached) 100301
Filipino Vet Offspring (INS Exemption Bill) 090715
Filipino Veterans New Benefits (9,000 Filipinos in U.S.)
Filipino Veterans Pension Request ($100 VA monthly pension)
Fire Prevention Month (NFPA Recommendations) 101015
Fisher House Expansion (New homes)
Fisher House Expansion [01] (Tampa opens)
Fisher House Expansion [02] (New Chicago Facility) 080415
Fisher House Expansion [03] (Boost 38 to 62) 080615
Fisher House Expansion [04] (New LA Facility) 090215
Fisher House Expansion [05] (2010) 100715
Fisher House Hero Miles (Frequent flyer mile donations)
Fit but Unsuitable Discharge (Oxymoronic) 100715
FL Dept of Revenue Data Breach (Identity Theft protection)
FL Disabled Vet Tax Exemption (Increase up to $5k)
FL Disabled Vet Tax Exemption [01] (Property tax discounts)
Flag Day (Overview) 090601
Flag Desecration (Offender Pilloried) 091015
Flag Insignia Policy for Uniforms (Authorized)
Flag Laws & Regulations (Customs & Observances) 090701
Flag Legislation (No ban on burning)
Flag Legislation [01] (Display prohibitions)
Flag Legislation [02] (Burial Option Criteria)
Flag Presentation (How to) 090715
Flag Presentation [01] (Aesthetic Guidelines) 091215
Flag Presentation [02] (Display Citations Withdrawn) 100101
Flag Presentation [03] (History) 100715
Flag Presentation [04] (Standards of respect) 100801
Flag Presentation [05] (Indoor/Outdoor Display) 100815
Flag Presentation [06] (Honors Protocol) 100901
Florida State Park Vet Passes (Available 1 Jul 2010) 100615
Florida Taxes – see Tax
Florida Vet Legislation (4 New Laws) 090615
Florida Vet Legislation [01] (3 Bills Signed) 100615
Florida Vet Property Tax Relief (Tax Credits) 080401
Florida Veterans Homes [03] (New Home Opening) 100801
FLTCIP {Federal LTC Insurance Program}
Flu Prevention (Vaccination urged)
Flu Prevention [01] (Higher-dose Shots) 100115
Flu Prevention [02] (Season Fast Approaching) 100901
Flu Prevention [03] (Flu Season is Here) 100915
Flu Shots (Necessary for 65+ retirees)
Flu Shots [01] (Who Should Get) 080915
Flu Shots [02] (Best Protection Available) 081101
Fluorescent Bulb Hazards (Mercury Disposal Problems) 080401
Fluoridation (Southern CA Completed)
FMP (Overview)
FMP [01] (Dental care clarification)
FMP {Foreign Medical Program}
Food Myths (The Truth) 101115
Food Packaging (Less Content Same Price) 090315
Foreclosure (Avoidance Tips) 080401
Foreclosure [01] (Mortgage Aid Proposal) 080401
Foreclosure [02] (Take it to Court) 080801
Foreclosure [03] (Vet Protections) 080815
Foreclosure [04] (OIF/OEF Survivors) 100301
Foreclosure [05] (New Government Approach) 100315
Foreclosure [06] (Ally Halts Evictions) 101001
Foreclosure Impact on Renters (Little Recourse) 080515
Foreign Service Officer Exam (Second career option)
Forgotten Military Orphans (Adverse Impact of Law) 080715
Four Chaplains Day (USAT Dorchester Sinking) 100215
Fourth Cliff Recreation Area (Family recreation area in Humarock MA)
FPO Mail Delivery Policy [01] (Overseas retiree service) 091101
FPO/APO Charity Policy (Humanitarian Aid) 091115
FPO/APO Mail Delivery Policy [02] (Overseas Exclusion) 091115
Fraud – see Medicare, Tricare, & VA
Fraud: Rent-a-Patient & Capping (Health care)
Fraudulent Internet Coupons (How to spot)
Fraudulent on Base Sales (Congressional action)
Fraudulent on Base Sales [01] ($70 million in refunds)
French Legion of Honor Medal (Eligibility)
French Legion of Honor Medal (WWII vets now being considered)
French Liberation Certificate (Eligibility)
Ft. McClellan Vets (Registry development)
FTC {Federal Trade Commission}
FTC Consumer Complaint Form (How to get results)
FTC Fraud Survey (30.2 million Adults defrauded)
FTC Funeral Rule (Funeral home investigation)
FTC Kellogg Complaint (Fraudulent Cereal Ads) 090501
FTC Rite Aid Ruling (Misleading Claims) 090801
Funeral – see Air Force
Funeral – see Burial
Funeral – see Military
Funeral (Pre-Need) (Pitfalls)
Funeral Disorderly Conduct (CA legislation)
Funeral Disorderly Conduct [01] (CA legislation)
Funeral Disorderly Conduct [02] (CA legislation)
Funeral Disorderly Conduct [03] (CA legislation)
Funeral Disorderly Conduct [04] (CA legislation)
Funeral Honors – see Military
Funeral Honors [00] (DOD Authorization Act FY 2000)
Funeral Honors [01] (Authorized Provider Partnership program)
Funeral Honors [02] (Bugler ranks thinning)
Funeral Honors [03] (Customs & tradition)
Funeral Honors [04] (Florida) 090301
Funeral Honors [05] (How to Obtain) 100615
Future for Vets Commission (Tampa meeting)
FVE Scholarships (Fall 08 Applications) 080415

GAO {Government Accounting Office}
Garnishment (Involuntary Allotment)
Garnishment [01] (Federal Benefits) 100501
Garnishment [02] (TSP) 100601
Gasoline Savings (Where to find)
Gasoline Savings [01] (Slow Down) 080501
GDCH Data Breach (71,000 Records) 080415
Generic Drug Prices (Pharmacy gouging)
Generic Drug Prices [01] (WalMart decrease)
Generic Drug Prices [02] (WalMart expands program)
Generic Drug Use (Safe & cheap)
Generic Drug Use [01] (Medical necessity)
GI Bill – see REAP
GI Bill – see Reserve GI Bill
GI Bill - SR & Reserve Absences (Refund unused benefits)
GI Bill [01] (20% increase)
GI Bill [02] (VEAP to MGIB)
GI Bill [03] (1 OCT 02 increase)
GI Bill [04] (1 OCT 03 increase)
GI Bill [05] (MGIB Eligibility gap)
GI Bill [06] (Increase to $1000 per month)
GI Bill [07] (Education program guidelines)
GI Bill [08] (Accelerated payment plan)
GI Bill [09] (Payment rate increase)
GI Bill [10] (Simplification sought)
GI Bill [11] (Modest rate increase)
GI Bill [12] (S.0644 & H.R.1102)
GI Bill [13] (H.R.1969 fee waiver)
GI Bill [14] (10-year deadline)
GI Bill [15] (Cost gap increasing)
GI Bill [16] (Faster Education Benefits)
GI Bill [17] (2008 Goals)
GI Bill [18] (Amended Bill)
GI Bill [18] (DoD Alarmed) 080401
GI Bill [19] (H.R.5684 & H.R.5740) 080415
GI Bill [20] (Republicans Strike Back) 080501
GI Bill [21] (S.22 Concerns) 080515
GI Bill [22] (H.R.2642 Passes House) 080601
GI Bill [23] (Passes Senate 75-22) 080601
GI Bill [24] (Webb Bill Passes Congress) 080701
GI Bill [25] (20% Increase) 080715
GI Bill [26] (Post 911 Bill Primer) 080801
GI Bill [27] (Post-911 Q & A) 080901
GI Bill [28] (Online Calculator) 080901
GI Bill [29] (Change Preparations) 081015
GI Bill [30] (Private Sector Involvement) 081015
GI Bill [31] (DVA Preparations) 081201
GI Bill [32] (Post-9/11 on Schedule) 090101
GI Bill [33] (20 Years of Service) 090101
GI Bill [34] (Payment Rates) 090101
GI Bill [35] (Post-9/11 Transferability) 090201
GI Bill [36] (Rule Freeze Impact) 090201
GI Bill [37] (Yellow Ribbon Program) 090215
GI Bill [38] (Preliminary Costs List) 090301
GI Bill [39] (On-Campus Attendance) 090301
GI Bill [40] (Proposed Cap) 090301
GI Bill [41] (Living Stipend) 090315
GI Bill [42] (USPHS/NOAA Corps) 090415
GI Bill [43] (Transfer Rights) 090501
GI Bill [44] (Application Process Begins) 090501
GI Bill [45] (Which to Pick) 090515
GI Bill [46] (Transfer Rules Approved) 090515
GI Bill [47] (Signup Status) 090601
GI Bill [48] (Colorado Vet Tuition Change) 090615
GI Bill [49] (California Policy) 090615
GI Bill [50] (IG IT Report Findings) 090615
GI Bill [51] (Final Transfer Policy) 090701
GI Bill [52] (VA Ready to Go) 090715
GI Bill [53] (Key Details) 090801
GI Bill [54] (California Fees) 090815
GI Bill [55] (Claim Processing Delays) 090901
GI Bill [56] (Rate Increases) 091001
GI Bill [57] (Processing Time Status) 091001
GI Bill [58] (Late Payments) 091001
GI Bill [59] (Emergency Payments) 091001
GI Bill [60] (Quick Payment Online) 091015
GI Bill [61] (Blame shared for delays) 091101
GI Bill [62] (Telephone outreach) 091101
GI Bill [63] (Contractor support) 091101
GI Bill [64] (More Glitches) 091215
GI Bill [65] (Program Status) 100115
GI Bill [66] (Shared Responsibilities) 100201
GI Bill [67] (Automated Claims System Schedule) 100201
GI Bill [68] (Advance Payment Recoupment) 100201
GI Bill [69] (Hotline Problems) 100201
GI Bill [70] (2nd Warning Letter) 100301
GI Bill [71] (Hotline Reopens) 100301
GI Bill [72] (Advance Payment Payback) 100301
GI Bill [73] (No Significant Change Request) 100315
GI Bill [74] (New Software 1 APR) 100401
GI Bill [75] (Recouped Money Glitch) 100415
GI Bill [76] (Living Stipends Outdated) 100501
GI Bill [77] (2010 Yellow Ribbon Schools) 100515
GI Bill [78] (Change Hold Requested) 100615
GI Bill [80] (66th Anniversary) 100701
GI Bill [81] (Living Stipend Underpayments) 100801
GI Bill [82] (S.3447 Passes SVAC) 100815
GI Bill [83] (VA Ready for Fall Semester) 100915
GI Bill [84] (Fall 2010 Caps) 100915
GI Bill [85] (FY 2011 Rates) 101001
GI Bill [86] (Reform in Doubt) 101201
GI Bill [87] ** (S.3447/ H.R.5933 Passage Doubtful) 101215
GI Bill [88] (GAO Revised Cost Estimate) 101215
GI Bill [89] (Funding Trend Questioned) 101215
GI Bill Inequities (Low DoD priority)
GI Bill Inequities [01] (Total Force proposal)
GI Bill Inequities [02] (Means test)
GI Bill of Rights (21st Century upgrade proposed)
GI Bill of Rights [01] (New legislation)
GI Bill OJT & Apprenticeship (Alternative use of benefits)
GI Bill Rate Increase (Effective 1 OCT 06)
GI Bill Rate Increase [01] (2008 rates)
GI Bill Transferability (In development)
GI Bill Transferability [01] (Pilot program details)
Gift Cards (Consider Where You Buy) 081201
Gift Policy for USA (New Website) 080901
Glaucoma [01] (Those at Risk) 090115
GOFP (Overview)
GOFP {Guardians of Freedom Program}
Gold Star Family License Plates (Honoring fallen servicemen)
Gold Star License Plate [01] (California Availability) 101215
Gold Star Parents Annuity Act ($125 monthly pension)
Golden Access Passport - see National Park
Golden Corral Military Buffet (Complementary Dinner) 081101
Good Conduct Medal (AF elimination)
Good Conduct Medal Elimination (Air force only)
Google Maps (New & user friendly)
Gout (Overview) 100815
Government Credit Card Abuse (VA/DoD/DHS/ ++) 080415
Government Data Protection (What to do)
Government Debt Collection (Vets Win Lawsuit) 100215
Government Overpayments (Who’s responsible?)
Government Paper Checks (Phase Out) 100701
Government Vet Expenditures (1947 High Exceeded) 080801
Grace After Fire (Women Vet Resource) 081215
Grand Canyon National Park (Overview)
Grandparent Scam (Military Families Targeted) 090801
Grandparents Day (Did you know?)
Gray Area Retiree (Benefits)
Gray Area Retiree Space A (Feasibility study only)
Grayhound Bus Discounts (Honoring servicemembers)
Great Pond Recreational Facility (MWR vacation site)
Green Burial – see Burial
Green Card Lottery (90,000 selected for 2006)
Greyhound Military Discount (10% ++) 080915
Guam Radiation & Contaminants (Guam-blue ribbon report)
Guard and Reserve Personnel (2007 fact sheets)
Guard/Reserve Retirement Pay Point System (Clarified) 090101
Guardians of Freedom Pin (Distribution)
Guide Dogs for the Blind (Free services & benefits)
Gulf War Presumptive Disease [01] (Expires 31 DEC 11)
Gulf War Presumptive Disease [02] (Signs or symptoms)
Gulf War Presumptive Diseases (New) 100401
Gulf War Syndrome (Still not defined)
Gulf War Syndrome [01] (DoD report available)
Gulf War Syndrome [02] (Brain size findings)
Gulf War Syndrome [03] (Sarin gas exposure)
Gulf War Syndrome [04] (Rumor’s Impact) 081101
Gulf War Syndrome [05] (GWS is Real) 081201
Gulf War Syndrome [06] (Kilpatrick Disagrees w/Report) 081201
Gulf War Syndrome [07] (IOM to Review Report) 081215
Gulf War Syndrome [08] (Brain Changes) 090501
Gulf War Syndrome [09] (Security Classification Review) 090701
Gulf War Syndrome [10] (GWVI Research) 090901
Gulf War Syndrome [11] (VA Second Look) 100301
Gulf War Syndrome [12] (HVAC GWI Findings) 100901
Gulf War Vet Advisory Committee (Request to Establish)
Gulf War Vet Fatigue Study (CoEnzyme Q10) 080701
Gun Salutes (Overview)
GWOT {Global War on Terrorism}
GWOT Medal [01] (Criteria still in review)
GWOT Medal [02] (Qualifying areas)
GWOT Medal [03] (Eligibility expanded)
GWOT Returning Heroes TF [01] (Recommendations)
GWOT Returning Heroes TF [02] (Implementation order)

Hall of Valor (Awardees’ Citations) 091001
Handicapped Vet Offer (Good deal)
Hannaford Bros Data Breach (2 Lawsuits Filed) 080401
HASC (Background)
HASC [01] (Democrat’s restructure)
HASC [02] (111th Congress)
HASC [03] (New Vet on Committee) 090301
HASC [04] (Benefits Boosts Blocked) 090701
HASC [05] (TMC Inputs) 100401
HASC{House Armed Services Committee}
Health Care Availability (Federal health centers) 090201
Health Care Availability [01] (Options) 100301
Health Care Broken Promise (Retiree lifetime free medical care)
Health Care Broken Promise [01] (Actions to Date)
Health Care Broken Promise [02] (Ltr writing campaign)
Health Care Broken Promise [03] (Not a cure-all)
Health Care Broken Promise [04] (New legislation)
Health Care Fraud & Abuse (HCFAC 2009 Report) 100615
Health Care Myths (5 Most Popular) 080401
Health Care Provider Performance (Where to look)
Health Care Quality and Price (Medical data sharing)
Health Care Quality and Price [01] (DoD improvements)
Health Care Reform (Hidden Health Tax) 090615
Health Care Reform [01] (House Discussion Draft) 090701
Health Care Reform [02] (Absence of Details) 090801
Health Care Reform [03] (Funding Proposals) 090801
Health Care Reform [04] (Scare Tactics) 090801
Health Care Reform [05] (Religious Exemption) 090815
Health Care Reform [06] (Won't Impact VA/Tricare) 090815
Health Care Reform [07] (Stay Vigilant) 090815
Health Care Reform [08] (Rep. Buyer Amendments) 090901
Health Care Reform [09] (Fraud Elimination) 090901
Health Care Reform [10] (Drug Industry Appeasement) 090901
Health Care Reform [11] (VA Users w/OHI) 090901
Health Care Reform [12] (Vet Healthcare Protected?) 090915
Health Care Reform [13] (Tricare/VA Assurances) 091001
Health Care Reform [14] (Impact of Failure) 091015
Health Care Reform [15] (Vet Impact Myths) 091115
Health Care Reform [16] (Vet Death Impact) 091201
Health Care Reform [17] (H.R.3962 Unintended Vet Harm) 091201
Health Care Reform [18] (FY09 Questionable Claim Pmts) 091201
Health Care Reform [19] (More Vet Assurances) 091201
Health Care Reform [20] (Vet Protection Omitted) 100101
Health Care Reform [21] (Next Phase Begins) 100115
Health Care Reform [22] (Tricare Concerns) 100201
Health Care Reform [23] (Vet Side Effects) 100201
Health Care Reform [24] (Passage Options) 100201
Health Care Reform [25] (Tricare Children Upgrade) 100401
Health Care Reform [26] (Timeline) 100401
Health Care Reform [27] (What to Expect) 100401
Health Care Reform [28] (CMC 10 Day Delay) 100415
Health Care Reform [29] (Vet Organizations Concerned) 100415
Health Care Reform [30] (Impact on Congress) 100415
Health Care Reform [31] (Medical Loss Ratio) 100501
Health Care Reform [32] (Obama signs H.R.4887) 100501
Health Care Reform [33] (Tricare Savings) 100515
Health Care Reform [34] (VA Minimum Coverage Standard) 100601
Health Care Reform [35] (W-2 Benefit Value Entry) 100615
Health Care Reform [36] (3.8% Real Estate Tax) 100701
Health Care Reform [37] (Claim Denials) 100915
Health Care Reform [38] (Fewer Choices) 100915
Health Care Reform [39] (New Fraud Regulations) 101001
Health Screening (What & When) 100115
Health Search Engine (Quick & easy to use)
Hearing Aids – see DoD or Tricare or VA
Heart Attack (Survival When Alone)
Heart Attack [01] (In Woman)
Heart Bypass Surgery (VA Study Results) 091115
Heart Disease (Awareness)
Heart Failure (Condition vice stoppage)
Heart Medical Devices Costs (VA Study) 100601
Heartland Data Breach (Massive) 090301
Heat Exhaustion/Stroke (Seniors) 100715
HELOC {Home Equity Line Of Credit}
HELOC Fraud (Identity Theft) 081215
Help Lines (USMC & USCG)
HHS 2007 Budget Proposal (Programs impacted)
Higher Education Act (Student Loan Rate)
Hip/Knee Replacement (Considerations) 100915
HIV Travel Ban (Lifted 4 JAN) 100115
Holiday Mail Policy (2003)
Holiday Scams (Top 5 for 2010) 101215
Holocaust Memorial Museum (Overview) 090815
Home Insurance (How much is needed?) 090701
Homeless Vet Stand-down (LA Statewide Event)
Homes for Our Troops (Mission) 090701
Honor Flight Network [01] (SC & MN Trips) 100301
Honor Flight Network [02] (17 MAY Oklahoma Trip) 100315
Honor Flight Network (Washington DC Vet Trips) 100215
Honor Guard Restriction (Statute restricts support)
Horatio Alger Scholarship (Military veterans)
HOS/ETS {Home of Selection/End of Tour service}
HOS/ETS Extension Requests (6 year possibility)
Hospice Care (Patients Living Longer)
Hospice Care [01] (An Overlooked Option)
Hospice Care [02] (End of Life Option) 100415
Hospital – see VA
Hospital: America's Least Deadly (Which to Use) 100301
Hospital: Cleanliness (5% infection rate)
Hospital: Death Rates (Now Available Online) 080901
Hospital: Death Rates [01] (Heart Failure & Pneumonia) 090715
Hospital: Frequent Fliers (75% of Health-care Spending) 090715
Hospital: Observation Stays (Patient Medicare Coverage) 090401
Hospital: Quality of Care (Where to check)
Hospital: Survival Tips (Vigilance is Key) 090815
House Armed Services Committee – see HASC
Household Goods FRV (Not till 2008)
Household Hints (Useful info)
Household Tips [01] (Various) 100515
HP/Staples Lawsuit (Ink Cartridges)
HUD {US Department of Housing and Urban Development}
HUD-VASH (Homeless Vet Program) 090501
HUD-VASH [01] (Disability Compensation Income) 101001
HUD-VASH {HUD Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing}
Hugo Salutes Our Veterans (Canes for vets) 091101
Hugo Salutes Our Veterans [01] (2010 Cane Offer) 101101
Hurricane Preparedness (Are you ready?)
Hurricane Safety (Are you prepared)
HVAC (House Veterans' Affairs Committee)
HVAC [00] (What it is)
HVAC [01] (5 bills passed)
HVAC [02] (Support for 7 Bills)
HVAC [03] (Vet Bills Hearing)
HVAC [04] (Vet Bill Action) 090401
HVAC [05] (Vet Bill Action) 090515
HVAC [06] (Vet Bill Action) 090601
HVAC [07] (Subcommittee Hearings Held) 090615
HVAC [08] (Committee Bills Cleared) 090615
HVAC [09] (Recent Activity) 090801
HVAC [10] (3 Bills Approved) 100515
HVAC [11] (DAMA Reviews 5 Bills) 100715
HVAC [12] (DAMA 1 JUL Hearing) 100715
HVAC [13] (6 Bills Approved) 101001
Hydration (Importance) 090701
Hypertension (Overview)
Hypertension – see Blood Pressure
Hypertension [01] (Blacks vs. Whites) 081115
Hypertension [02] (Serious Disease) 100401
Hypertension [03] (Weight Factor) 100415
Hypertension [04] (Salt Intake Factor) 100501

ICE [In Case of Emergency (Recommendation)
ID Card (CAC) (New Biometric)
ID Card (CAC) (Next Generation)
ID Card - 100% Disabled Vets (Policy clarified)
ID Card – Philippines (U.S. Embassy workstation)
ID Card – Philippines [01] (Walkins discouraged)
ID Card – Philippines [02] (General guidelines)
ID Card (CAC) (Implementation OCT 03)
ID Card (Retiree) (Eligibility & obtainment)
ID Card (Retiree) [01] (New Requirements) 081015
ID Card Copying (When authorized)
ID Card Copying [01] (Tricare Providers Authorized) 100315
ID Card Copying [01] (Tricare providers authorized)
ID Card Expiration Date (Ignore) 081101
ID Card Former Spouse (Criteria)
ID Card Numbers (Overview)
ID Card Numbers [01] (SSN removal)
ID Card Numbers [02] (SSN Phase Out) 080415
ID Card Numbers [03] (SSN Elimination Status) 090915
ID Card Numbers [04] (SSN Removal on Hold) 100301
ID Card Request by Mail (Guidelines)
ID Card w/o Sponsor Present (How to obtain)
ID Cards for Age 75+ (Expiration date eliminated)
ID Cards for Age 75+ [01] (Available SEP 05)
Identity Theft [01] (DD-214 Courthouse filing)
Identity Theft [02] (IRS audit)
Identity Theft [03] (Uniform national credit reporting standards)
Identity Theft [04] (Phony IRS W-9095)
Identity Theft [05] (Cancelled)
Identity Theft [06] (Pishing)
Identity Theft [07] (VA Eligible’s targeted)
Identity Theft [08] (Prevention, Identification & Mitigation)
Identity Theft [09] (Take Precautions)
Identity Theft [10] (Skimmers) 101215
Identity Theft Insurance – see Lifelock
Identity Theft Victim Action (Timely action essential)
Illegal Aliens Medical Coverage (Bush authorizes payment)
Illinois – see Tax: Veteran Home Tax Donation
Illinois Scholarships for Vets (110 available)
Illinois Vet Hiring Tax Credit (Vet hiring incentive)
Illness – refer to name of malady.
Immigrant Enlistment (Criteria)
Immigrant Recruitment (Under consideration)
Immigrant Sponsor Domicile Rqmt (Overseas residence impact)
Immunizations (What you should have)
Immunizations [01] (Fainting Stats) 081115
In Memory Medal (H.R.2370 introduced)
Income Tax (State) – see Tax: State Tax on Personal Income
Independent Budget (VA $4.5B Hike Urged) 090215
Independent Budget FY 2011 (Critical Issues) 091115
Indiana RC Deployment Grants (Annual up to $2,000)
Indiana Vet Initiatives (Proposed benefit improvements)
Indiana Vet Initiatives [01] (Signed into law)
Individual Ready Reserve (Overview)
Individual Retirement Arrangements (Tax Tips) 100601
Infections in Seniors (How to Spot) 080901
Injury from Falling (Reducing Risk) 100401
Insurance Refund Settlements – see Academy Life Insurance
Insurance Refund Settlements – see American Amicable
Insurance Refund Settlements – see American Fidelity Life Insurance
Insurance Refund Settlements – see Trans World Assurance Company
Insurance: Kidnap & Ransom (Now available)
Insurrection Act (S.513 to repeal)
International Direct Deposit (Country list grows)
International Direct Deposit [01] (EFT Info Restored) 100415
Internet Neutrality (HR 5252 to keep)
Internet Overseas Voting [01] (Postponed indefinitely)
Internet Taxation (Senate’s ban)
Iowa Home Ownership Program ($5,000 to eligibles)
Iowa Vet Benefits (What’s available)
Iowa Vet Benefits [01] (4 New Laws) 090615
Iowa Veteran Grant Program ($500 per Semester) 080601
Iowa Veterans Trust Fund (Law to Expand Use)
IRR Musters (MAR thru JUN 08)
IRS – see Combat Zone Death
IRS – see Data Breach
IRS – see Economic Stimulus Package
IRS Appeals (Things to Know) 100515
IRS Assistance Center Closures (Less service - more enforcement)
IRS Audit (Don’t Panic)
IRS Collection Policy (Collection Firm’s profit)
IRS Collection Policy [01] (Collection Agency Use) 080501
IRS Collection Policy [02] (Softer Line in 2009) 090115
IRS Collection Policy [03] (Obama Orders Review) 090215
IRS Collection Policy [04] (Can't Pay Tax Options) 100415
IRS Consumer Warning -- see Scam
IRS Data Breach (Number affected unknown)
IRS Data Breach [01] (Problems Still Exist)
IRS Data Breach [02] (IG Report Results) 080415
IRS Dividend Rule Change (2003)
IRS Education Credits (Hope vs. Lifetime)
IRS FBAR [01] (Expat Heads Up) 101215
IRS FBAR {Foreign Bank Account Report}
IRS FBAR Tax Amnesty (6 Months) 090701
IRS FEIE {Foreign Earned Income Exclusion}
IRS FEIE Residency Test (330 Days ++) 081215
IRS Informant Rewards Program (1% to 15%)
IRS Military Capital Gains Tax Exemption ($500k per couple)
IRS Offshore Evaders (Leniency Offer) 090415
IRS Penalties & Interest (How Accessed) 080501
IRS Penalties & Interest [01] (2009) 100615
IRS Phishing (Identity theft)
IRS Phishing [01] (Consumer Warning)
IRS Phishing [02] (3000% Increase in JAN) 080401
IRS Private Debt Collection (Opposed by Congress)
IRS Refund (Checking Status) 100315
IRS Special Tax Rebate 2000 ($300 to $500)
IRS Statute of Limitations (Expat False Assumptions) 080615
IRS Tax Brackets (Proposed Change) 100815
IRS Tax Forms (2010 Tax Package Mailing) 101015
ISP’s Blocking RAO Bulletin [01] (Problem for Some) 100515
ISP’s Blocking RAO Bulletin [02] (Juno/Netzero Deletions) 100601
ISP’s Blocking RAO Bulletin [03] (AOL Deletions) 100601
ISP’s Blocking RAO Bulletin [04] (More AOL Deletions) 100615
ISP’s Blocking RAO Bulletin [05] (AOL Phase Out) 100701
ISP’s Blocking RAO Bulletin [05] (AOL Phase Out) 100701
ISP’s Blocking RAO Bulletin [06] (Change to PDF format) 100801
ISP’s Blocking RAO Bulletin [06] (Change to PDF format) 100715
ISP’s Blocking RAO Bulletin [09] (AOL Blacklisted) 101015
IU {Individual Unemployability}

JC Penny Data Breach (Disclosure Opposed) 100415
Jet Lag Avoidance (Tips to reduce impact)
Jets for Vets (Non-Relative travel option)
Job Salary Negotiations (10 Questions to Ask) 100115
Jobs w/o College Degree Requirement (20 top paying)
John D. Bower Veterans Scholarship (New) 100301
John David Fry Scholarship (VA Post-9/11 Child Benefit) 100501
JROTC Teaching Positions (AF needs retirees)

Katrina Navy Website (Guidelines for naval personnel)
Katrina Recovery (Veteran interim measures)
KDSM Overview)
KDSM [01] (Implementing instructions)
KDSM [02] (Verification Delays)
KDSM [03] (AF Automates award)
KDSM {Korean Defense Service Medal
Kentucky Military Legislation (Senate passes 3 bills)
Kentucky State Park Discount (Veterans Eligible) 081101
Kessler AFB Medical Program (1 JUL 07 takeover)
Kidnap & Ransom Insurance (Most kidnappings go unreported)
Kidney Disease (Exercise Impact) 091015
Kidney Disease [01] (Early Dialysis Risks) 101115
Kidney Stones (Avoidance Tips) 080901
Kilauea Military Camp (Vacation location)
Knott's Berry Farm Vet Offer (Veterans tribute)
Know Your Food (Read the Label) 080801
Know Your Food [01] (Food Fakers) 100301
Korean Defense Service Medal – see KDSM
Korean War 60th Anniversary (Congressional Ceremony) 100701
Korean War Armistice Day (27 July 2007)
Korean War Recognition Pins (How to Obtain)
Korean War Service Medal (Approval to Wear)
Korean War Service Medal [01] (Eligibility)
Korean War Vet Appreciation Letter (How to Obtain) 100701
Korean War Veterans Commemorative Pin (How to get)
Korean War Veterans Memorial (Overview) 080415
Korean War Vets (FAVKW Invitation) 100301

LA Veterans Honor Medal (Eligibility) 090215
Laptop Hardware Security (Steps to take)
Lawsuit – see AO
Lawsuit – see SBP
Lawsuit – see USFSPA
Lawsuit – see VA Cancer
Lawsuit - see VA Data Breach [19]
Lawsuit – see VA Lack of Care
Lawsuit – see VA Religious Discrimination
Lawsuit – see Wiccan Pentacle
Lawsuit – see Wrongful Death
Layaway (BBB Advise) 091115
LCD Screen Cleaning (Magic eraser)
Legal Permanent Residents Abroad (U.S. domicile requirement)
Legal Residency (Guidelines) 080715
Legislation of Interest (109th Congress vet bills)
Legislation of Interest [10] (Houses Passes 10 Vet Bills) 080601
Legislation of Interest [11] (4 New Bills) 090201
Legislation of Interest [12] (House Vet Bill Approvals) 091115
Legislation of Interest [13] (Lame Duck Priorities) 101115
Legislative Gains for 2009 (Selected) 100115
Legislative Goals for 2007 (Selected)
Legislative Goals for 2010 (MOAA) 100115
Legislative Process (Bill to Law)
Libel Protection Weakened (Internet newsletters)
Liberty Museum (The Official U.S. WWI Museum) 100901
Life Expectancy (All-Time High) 100101
Life Expectancy [01] (Only 30% Genetic) 100401
Life Settlements (Pros and Cons) 100515
Lifelock (Identity Theft Insurer)
Lifetime Tricare Coverage (Unfit for duty discharges)
Living Will (Preparation for eventual death)
Locating Deceased Insurance Policies (Where to search)
Locating Veterans (Some helpful means)
Locating Veterans [01] (How To) 081201
Long Term Care Catch 22 (Middle Class Plight) 081101
Long Term Care FLTCIP (Federal Insurance Program)
Long Term Care FLTCIP [01] (Early Enrollment)
Long Term Care FLTCIP [02] (Open Season)
Long Term Care FLTCIP [03] (Website)
Long Term Care FLTCIP [04] (Eligibility)
Long Term Care FLTCIP [05] (Misleading promotion) 091101
Long Term Care FLTCIP [05] (Premium Increase) 090515
Long Term Care FLTCIP [06] (Promotional Materials Misleading) 091015
Long Term Care Insurance (Overview)
Long Term Care Insurance [01] (Options)
Long Term Care Insurance [02] (Considerations)
Long Term Care Insurance [03] (CLASS Act Mandate) 100415
Long Term Care Insurance [04] (Things to Know) 101101
Long-Term Care for Vets (VA Underestimated Needs) 090401
Long Term Care w/Medicaid (Coverage) 080601
Lou Gehrig's Disease – see ALS
Louisiana Vet Benefits (RC Death Benefit) 090715
Low Income Vet Benefits (Disability not always a prerequisite)
Low-calorie Sweeteners (Overview) 090115
Low-calorie Sweeteners [01] (Facts about Safety) 090115
LTC - see Long term Care

MA DPL Data Breach (450,000 SSN’s released)
Macular Degeneration (Impact on 60 & older vets)
Macular Degeneration [01] (Prevention) 080901
Making Sure You Get Your Email (How To)
Malta George Cross Medal (Eligibility)
Malware (PC Hazard) 080515
Mammograms (New Guidelines) 091201
Manila VARO & OPC (Overview) 091101
Manila VARO & OPC (Overview) 091001
Marine Corps Coin (Mint Strikes 230th anniversary silver dollar)
Marine Corps Museum (Completion 2009)
Marine Det Memorial USS Arizona (To be demolished)
Marine Reserve Bonus (Expanded)
Marines' Memorial Association (San Francisco Military Club)
Marriage Abroad (Guidelines)
Massachusetts Vet Bonus – see Vet Bonus
MCAS Futenma Okinawa (Closure Issue) 100501
MCAS Futenma Okinawa [01] (Agreement Reached) 100601
McCormick & Schmick’s Vet Tribute (Complementary Dinner) 081101
Medal – see name of medal
Medal of Honor [01] (Commemorative Coin) 090501
Medal of Honor [02] (Declining Award Numbers) 090401
Medal of Honor Day (March 25th)
Medal Request via Internet (http://veteranmedals.army.mil)
Medicaid Copay (New Rules) 081215
Medicaid Fraud (Manhattan $3M) 091001
Medicaid Fraud [01] (Atlanta Ga $1.1M) 091015
Medicaid Fraud [02] (1-15 Nov 09) 091115
Medicaid Fraud [03] (16-30 Nov 09) 091201
Medicaid Fraud [04] (1-15 Dec 09) 091215
Medicaid Fraud [05] (1-15 Jan 2010) 100115
Medicaid Fraud [05] (16-31 Dec 09) 100101
Medicaid Fraud [07] (1-14 Feb 2010) 100215
Medicaid Fraud [07] (16-31 Jan 2010) 100201
Medicaid Fraud [09] (15-28 Feb 2010) 100301
Medicaid Fraud [10] (1-14 Mar 2010) 100315
Medicaid Fraud [11] (15-31 Mar 2010) 100401
Medicaid Fraud [12] (1-15 Apr 2010) 100415
Medicaid Fraud [13] (16-30 Apr 2010) 100501
Medicaid Fraud [14] (16-31 May 2010) 100601
Medicaid Fraud [15] (1-15 Jun 2010) 100615
Medicaid Fraud [16] (15-30 Jun 2010) 100701
Medicaid Fraud [17] (1-14 Jul 2010) 100715
Medicaid Fraud [18] (15-31 Jul 2010) 100801
Medicaid Fraud [19] (1-15 Aug 2010) 100815
Medicaid Fraud [20] (16-31 Aug 2010) 100901
Medicaid Fraud [21] (1-14 Sep 2010) 100915
Medicaid Fraud [22] (15-30 Sep 2010) 101001
Medicaid Fraud [23] (1-14 Oct 2010) 101015
Medicaid Fraud [24] (15-31 Oct 2010) 101101
Medicaid Fraud [25] (1-14 Nov 2010) 101115
Medicaid Fraud [26] (15-30 Nov 2010) 101201
Medicaid Fraud [27] (1-15 Dec 2010) 101215
Medicaid Funding [01] (Bush Strikes Again) 081115
Medical Hold (Guidelines)
Medical Identity Theft (Red Flags Rule) 090615
Medical Identity Theft [01] (1.4 Million Victims) 100315
Medical Imaging (Good or Useless) 090315
Medical Malpractice (Feres doctrine)
Medical Mistakes (Being proactive)
Medical Pricing (Byzantine System) 080915
Medicare [01] (Part B special enrollment system failure)
Medicare [02] (Means testing in 07)
Medicare [02] (Premium rise of 10% projected)
Medicare [03] (What lies ahead)
Medicare [04] (Financing trigger)
Medicare [06] (Payment Reforms Recommended) 090401
Medicare “B” Premium (11% Increase FY 07)
Medicare “B” premiums [01] ($109.40 projected FY08)
Medicare “B” premiums [02] (Means Testing)
Medicare “B” Premiums [03] (Medically Retired Vets) 080715
Medicare “B” Premiums [04] (09 Rates Frozen)
Medicare Advantage Plans (No advantage)
Medicare Advantage Plans [01] (Illegal/Unethical tactics)
Medicare Advantage Plans [02] (Delayed refunds)
Medicare Advantage Plans [04] (Impact on Taxpayers) 090101
Medicare Advantage Plans [05] (Rip-Off) 090501
Medicare Ambulance Coverage (What is/is not covered) 080815
Medicare B Automatic Enrollment (How it works)
Medicare Claim Filing by Patient (Use your physician of choice)
Medicare Claim Reimbursement (When & How) 090815
Medicare Colorectal Cancer Tests (Available to age 50+)
Medicare Deductibles (How they apply)
Medicare Drug & Improvement Act 2003 (Passed 25 Nov)
Medicare Drug Use Safety Program (Sentinel Initiative) 080601
Medicare Durable Medical Equipment (DME Sources) 090601
Medicare Durable Medical Equipment [01] (Oxygen Equipment) 090601
Medicare Durable Medical Equipment [02] (Wheelchairs) 090915
Medicare Enrollment (Overview)
Medicare Enrollment [01] (Online) 100415
Medicare Enrollment Outside U.S. (How to)
Medicare Enrollment w/Disability (How to apply)
Medicare Enrollment w/Disability [01] (Waiting Period) 081201
Medicare Enrollment w/Disability [02] (Options) 090601
Medicare Extra Help Program (For low income retirees)
Medicare Extra Help Program [01] (Underutilized)
Medicare Extra Help Program [02] New Law Criteria) 100115
Medicare Eye Care (Coverage)
Medicare Fraud [01] (Federal False Claims Act)
Medicare Fraud [02] ($142 million)
Medicare Fraud [03] ($2 million wheelchair)
Medicare Fraud [04] (Mereck & Co)
Medicare Fraud [05] (Fraud Strike Force) 080401
Medicare Fraud [06] ($638 million in FL) 080615
Medicare Fraud [07] ($205 million) 080615
Medicare Fraud [08] ($92 million) 080715
Medicare Fraud [09] (Part D Plans) 080915
Medicare Fraud [10] (Detection Efforts Beefed Up) 081015
Medicare Fraud [11] (Home Health Billing Practices) 090401
Medicare Fraud [12] (Freehold NJ) 090415
Medicare Fraud [13] (Miami & Houston) 090415
Medicare Fraud [14] (Detroit $50 Million) 090701
Medicare Fraud [15] (Moss Point MS $49M) 090701
Medicare Fraud [16] (Miami-Dade $22M) 090701
Medicare Fraud [17] (Linwood NJ) 090801
Medicare Fraud [17] (Los Angeles $597,750) 090801
Medicare Fraud [18] (Miami $145 Million) 090901
Medicare Fraud [19] ($2.3B Pfizer Settlement) 090915
Medicare Fraud [20] (Scooter Scam) 090915
Medicare Fraud [22] (Zombie Doctors $92.8M) 091001
Medicare Fraud [23] (Detroit $18.4M) 091001
Medicare Fraud [24] (Newark NJ $8.3M) 091015
Medicare Fraud [25] (Detroit $2.8M) 091101
Medicare Fraud [26] (Los Angeles $25M) 091101
Medicare Fraud [27] (1-15 Nov 09) 091115
Medicare Fraud [28] (16-30 Nov 09) 091201
Medicare Fraud [29] (1-15 Dec 09) 091215
Medicare Fraud [30] (16-31 Dec 09) 100101
Medicare Fraud [31] (1-15 Jan 2010) 100115
Medicare Fraud [32] (16-31 Jan 2010) 100201
Medicare Fraud [33] (1-14 Feb 2010) 100215
Medicare Fraud [34] (15-28 Feb 2010) 100301
Medicare Fraud [35] (1-14 Mar 2010) 100315
Medicare Fraud [36] (15-31 Mar 2010) 100401
Medicare Fraud [37] (1-15 Apr 2010) 100415
Medicare Fraud [38] (16-30 Apr 2010) 100501
Medicare Fraud [39] (1-15 May 2010) 100515
Medicare Fraud [40] (16-31 May 2010) 100601
Medicare Fraud [41] (1-15 Jun 2010) 100615
Medicare Fraud [42] (15-30 Jun 2010) 100701
Medicare Fraud [43] (1-14 Jul 2010) 100715
Medicare Fraud [44] (New Legislation) 100801
Medicare Fraud [45] (15-31 Jul 2010) 100801
Medicare Fraud [46] (1-15 Aug 2010) 100815
Medicare Fraud [47] (16-31 Aug 2010) 100901
Medicare Fraud [48] (1-14 Sep 2010) 100915
Medicare Fraud [49] (15-30 Sep 2010) 101001
Medicare Fraud [50] (1-14 Oct 2010) 101015
Medicare Fraud [51] (15-31 Oct 2010 ) 101101
Medicare Fraud [52] (1-14 Nov 2010 ) 101115
Medicare Fraud [53] (15-30 Nov 2010 ) 101201
Medicare Fraud [54] (1-15 Dec 2010 ) 101215
Medicare Fraud ZPICs (Performance Questioned) 100815
Medicare Handbook (Under revision to simplify)
Medicare Home Health Care (Miami-Dade County) 091215
Medicare Hospice Care (How it works)
Medicare Hospital Discharge (Rights)
Medicare Hospital Discharge [01] (Readmissions) 090415
Medicare Insurer Status (Primary/Secondary)
Medicare Late Enrollment Penalty [01] (90,000 eligible for no penalty)
Medicare Late Enrollment Penalty [02] (Not yet eliminated)
Medicare Late Enrollment Penalty [03] (10% per year)
Medicare News (Various)
Medicare News [01] (RAC Goes National)
Medicare Off-label Coverage Standard (MIPPA Impact) 090515
Medicare Opt Out Rule (Providers) 090415
Medicare Part B Non-Enrollment (Ramifications) 080915
Medicare Part B Open Enrollment (Ends 1 Jan 05)
Medicare Part B Open Enrollment [01] (11/15 to 12/31) 081201
Medicare Part B Premiums [05] (2010 thru 2012) 090601
Medicare Part B Tax Credit [01] (H.R.0343)
Medicare Part D (Premiums & deductibles)
Medicare Part D [01] (TMOP much better program)
Medicare Part D [02] (Not for military retirees)
Medicare Part D [03] (Incorrect info in handbook)
Medicare Part D [04] (Cost exceed VA program)
Medicare Part D [05] (Critique)
Medicare Part D [06] (Deadline 15 May)
Medicare Part D [07] (TFL mistaken enrollment)
Medicare Part D [08] (Excluded medicines)
Medicare Part D [09] (2007 cost increase)
Medicare Part D [10] (TFL involuntary enrollment)
Medicare Part D [11] (1 JAN Changes)
Medicare Part D [12] (Comparison chart)
Medicare Part D [13] (Vet enrollment claims)
Medicare Part D [14] (Lower premiums)
Medicare Part D [15] (Tricare beneficiary enrollment)
Medicare Part D [16] (Closing the Doughnut Hole)
Medicare Part D [17] (Less 2008 Coverage)
Medicare Part D [18] (CMS Oversight Lax)
Medicare Part D [19] (Exception Request)
Medicare Part D [20] (Appeal Procedure)
Medicare Part D [21] (Premium Increase Bill) 080501
Medicare Part D [22] (Dual Eligible’s Drug Cost) 080815
Medicare Part D [23] ($3Rate Increase) 080901
Medicare Part D [24] (Appeals Process Barriers) 080915
Medicare Part D [25] (Open Season 2009) 080915
Medicare Part D [26] (Doughnut Hole 2007) 080915
Medicare Part D [27] (Repeat of Update 25)
Medicare Part D [28] (2009 Plan Reassignments) 081015
Medicare Part D [29] (Hospital Medical Errors) 081101
Medicare Part D [30] (Advantage Commissions) 081101
Medicare Part D [31] (Oral Cancer Drugs) 090101
Medicare Part D [32] (Inflated Drug Prices) 090115
Medicare Part D [33] (Alternative Legislation) 090201
Medicare Part D [34] (Donut Hole Phase out) 100615
Medicare Part D Doughnut Hole (Comprehending) 081201
Medicare Part E (Eliminates Insurance Middleman) 090515
Medicare Payment Rule (No to Preventable Complications)
Medicare Physical Therapy Payments (Limited in 2007)
Medicare Physicals (2009 Change) 090101
Medicare Physician Locator (Listing by medical specialty)
Medicare Prescriptions (Electronic Prescribing) 080801
Medicare Preventive Care Services (Guidelines & Frequency) 080701
Medicare Private Health Plans (Higher Standards) 090315
Medicare Rates [01] (2011) 101115
Medicare Rates 2010 (Projections) 090801
Medicare Rates 2010 [01] (No increase for 75%) 090901
Medicare Rates 2010 [02] (Bill to Block Increase) 091001
Medicare Rates 2010 [02] (CSRS Retiree Increase) 100101
Medicare Rates 2010 [03] (Action Alert) 100201
Medicare Reimbursement Rates 2010 (Physician Impact) 090301
Medicare Reimbursement Rates 2010 [01] (S.1776 Fails) 091101
Medicare Reimbursement Rates 2010 [02] (TFL Impact) 091201
Medicare Reimbursement Rates 2010 [03] (Vet Impact) 100201
Medicare Reimbursement Rates 2010 [04] (Fix Bills Fail) 100301
Medicare Reimbursement Rates 2010 [05] (5 Year Patch) 100201
Medicare Reimbursement Rates 2010 [06] (DoD Cut Response) 100315
Medicare Reimbursement Rates 2010 [07] (Impact on OK) 100315
Medicare Reimbursement Rates 2010 [08] (30-Day Fix) 100315
Medicare Reimbursement Rates 2010 [09] (Another Delay) 100401
Medicare Reimbursement Rates 2010 [10] (Cut Extension) 100501
Medicare Reimbursement Rates 2010 [10] (Tricare Fee) 100415
Medicare Reimbursement Rates 2010 [12] (H.R.4213 Passed) 100601
Medicare Reimbursement Rates 2010 [13] (Vote Imminent) 100615
Medicare Reimbursement Rates 2010 [14] (6 Mo Ext) 100701
Medicare Reimbursement Rates 2010 [15] (Doc Fix Problem) 101015
Medicare Reimbursement Rates 2010 [16] (One-month Fix) 101201
Medicare Reimbursement Rates 2010 [17] (More Extensions) 101215
Medicare Scam (Seniors targeted)
Medicare Scams [01] (Insurance)
Medicare Scams [02] (Precautions) 100801
Medicare Solvency (Insolvent in 2019)
Medicare Solvency [01] (Higher Costs Looming)
Medicare Special Enrollment Mailings (Sign up or no TFL)
Medicare Subvention (Overview)
Medicare Subvention [01] (HR 4992 introduced)
Medicare Summary Notice (MSN) (What it is) 080701
Medicare Therapy Services (Limits)
Medicare Therapy Services [01] (Cap Ext Expires) 100115
Medicare Trust Fund (In Trouble) 080601
Medicare Under Age 65 (Tricare claim recoupment on 12K pending)
Medicare Vaccinations (Coverage Rules)
Medicare Wheelchair Availability (Harder to access)
Medicare/Tricare Payment Rates (Rate drop threatens health services)
Medication Lists (Importance of Accuracy) 090201
Medication Memory Aid (Taking Pills) 091115
Medicine Bought Online (What to look for)
Melanoma (Skin Cancer) (50k new cases annually)
Memorial – see Air Force
Memorial – see Arizona
Memorial – see Camp O’Donnell
Memorial – see Corregidor
Memorial – see Disabled Veterans
Memorial – see Korean War Veterans
Memorial – see Lost Boats
Memorial – see Marine Det
Memorial – see Memorial Day Visit Sites
Memorial – see Mojave Desert Vet
Memorial - see Pentagon 9/11
Memorial – see Spouse Monument
Memorial – see Tomb of the Unknowns
Memorial – see United Nations Wall
Memorial – see VA Museum or Medical Center
Memorial – see Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Memorial – see War Dog
Memorial – see Women in Military Service for America
Memorial – see World War I
Memorial – see WWII
Memorial Day (Background)
Memorial Day [01] (History) 100601
Memorial Day Remembrance (What it is all about)
Memorial Day Remembrance [01] (25 May) 090515
Memorial Day Remembrance [03] (Hallowed Grounds) 090601
Memorial Day Visit Sites (In country)
Mental Health Screening (Anonymous Self-assessment) 100501
Mental Illness Education Program (Family to Family) 100615
Merchant Marine WWII Compensation ($1000 Mo pension)
Merchant Marine WWII Compensation [01] (Sponsor Increase)
Merchant Marine WWII Compensation [02] (VA Opposed) 080515
Merchant Marine WWII Compensation [03] (H.R.23) 090515
Merchant Marine WWII Compensation [04] (S.663) 090915
Merchant Marine WWII Compensation [05] (Document Requirements) 100801
Mesothelioma (Overview) 090215
MGIB {Montgomery GI Bill} see GI Bill
MHS 2008 Conference (Overview)
MIA DNA (ID Samples Needed) 091115
Microwaves, Plastics & Dioxins (FDA says no problem)
Migraines (Cause & Symptoms) 080415
Mileage Reimbursement Rate (Raised to 58.5 cents) 080901
Military Airfare Discount (BSMA starts petition)
Military Award/Service Claims – see Military Stolen Valor
Military Award/Service Misrepresentation – see Military Stolen Valor
Military Awards Review (All Services)
Military Bank Scam (BOA users targeted)
Military Bankruptcy Protection Amendment (Not approved by Senate)
Military Benefit Upgrades [02] (Outlook Bleak) 100401
Military Blood Program (Shortage in San Diego)
Military Blood Program [01] (Retiree Donations Needed)
Military Blood Program [02] (New Web Site)
Military Care Package Kit (Post Office freeby)
Military Children Scholarships [01] (Applications due 1 MAR)
Military Comp Offsets (Crumbling Under Scrutiny)
Military Compensation Review (Military retirement system on table)
Military Compensation Review [01] (Special/Incentive Pays) 080815
Military Compensation Review [02] (Retirement System) 080815
Military Compensation Review [03] (Tricare) 080815
Military Compensation Review [04] (Health Care) 080915
Military Compensation Review [05] (Non-Medicals) 080915
Military Compensation Review [06] (11th Begins) 100515
Military Compensation Review [07] (Personnel Commission) 100815
Military Credit Unions (NCUA Wants $5 billion) 090315
Military Credit Unions [01] ($5B Forfeiture Q&A) 090315
Military Death Benefits (H.R.5921) 100815
Military Deaths (By Year)
Military Deaths [01] (Faulty Statistics)
Military Disability Retirement (Policy shift)
Military Disability Retirement [01] (One soldier's plight)
Military Discounts (July 4th offers)
Military Divorce & Separation (A private civil matter)
Military Discounts [01] (Lowe's Companies) 100301
Military Discounts [02] (Just Ask) 100501
Military Discounts [03] (Blue Star Museums) 100715
Military Discounts [04] (Groceries) 100815
Military Discounts [05] (B&B Hospitality for Vets) 101015
Military Discounts [06] (Veterans Day 2010) 101101
Military Divorce & Separation [01] (Tips) 101101
Military Divorce Study (No Significant Increase)
Military Donations (Options) 101215
Military End Strength (Increase proposed)
Military Enlistment Proposals (Recruitment up to age 42 ++)
Military Enlistment Tips (How to proceed)
Military Exchange Credit Card (Interest rate increase)
Military Experience College Credit (Degree time and dollar savings)
Military Fraternal Group Shutdowns (AXPOW Metairie LA) 101215
Military Funeral Ban (Convicted vets exclusion)
Military Funeral Disorderly Conduct (300 foot restriction)
Military Funeral Disorderly Conduct [01] (New law in WI)
Military Funeral Disorderly Conduct [02] (New law in SD)
Military Funeral Disorderly Conduct [03] (New bill in Congress)
Military Funeral Disorderly Conduct [05] (Bill passed in house)
Military Funeral Disorderly Conduct [06] (Federal law signed)
Military Funeral Disorderly Conduct [07] (S.4202 passed)
Military Funeral Disorderly Conduct [08] (NH legislation)
Military Funeral Disorderly Conduct [09] (Parent’s Suit) 080415
Military Funeral Disorderly Conduct [10] (Protests Legal) 091015
Military Funeral Disorderly Conduct [11] (Court Decision) 100415
Military Funeral Disorderly Conduct [12] (Amicus Brief) 100601
Military Funeral Disorderly Conduct [13] (MO Ban) 100901
Military Funeral Disorderly Conduct [14] (Flag Trampling) 100915
Military Funeral Disorderly Conduct [15] ** (S/C Hearing) 101015
Military Funeral Disorderly Conduct [16] (Counter Protest) 101215
Military Golf Courses (Disabled Access) 090901
Military Golf Courses [01] (San Diego Area) 100815
Military Golf Courses [01] (San Diego) 100815
Military Health Care Growth ($27.2 billion)
Military Health Care Growth [01] (DoD overestimated savings)
Military Health Care TF (Holds first meeting)
Military Health Care TF [01] (TMOP Copay)
Military Health Care TF [02] (Health budgeting blasted)
Military Health Care TF [03] (TMC position)
Military Health Care TF [04] (ROA position)
Military Health Care TF [05] (TMOP Copay impact)
Military Health Care TF [06] (Fee increase- recommended)
Military Health Care TF [07] (Report Finished)
Military Health Care Transition (Civilians to replace military)
Military Health Records (72,000 PDHRAs Missing) 091201
Military Health System (New Web Site) 100315
Military History (The Battle of Britain) 101001
Military History (Battle of the Bulge) 101215
Military History (U-234 ) 101115
Military History (WWII CBI Theater) 101015
Military History Code Talkers) 100915
Military History (Project Jennifer) 100901
Military History (Purple Heart) 100815
Military History (U.S. Navy) 100801
Military History (The Forgotten War) 100501
Military History (LZ Zulu Zulu) 100401
Military History (Buyo Maru Sinking) 100315
Military History (Joshua Williams) 100301
Military History (Don't shoot, we're Republicans!) 100415
Military History (Mexican-American War) 100601
Military History (Philippine-American War) 100515
Military History (Surrender/Occupation of Japan) 101201
Military History (The Day Japan Bombed Oregon) 100715
Military History (WWII Philippine Army) 100701
Military History (WWII Guadalcanal Campaign ) 101101
Military History (WWII Japan Invasion Plans) 100615
Military History Anniversaries (01) (Jan Summary)
Military History Anniversaries (02) (Feb Summary)
Military History Anniversaries (03) (Mar Summary)
Military History Anniversaries (04) (Apr Summary)
Military History Anniversaries (05) (May Summary)
Military History Anniversaries (06) (Jun Summary)
Military History Anniversaries (07) (Jul Summary)
Military History Anniversaries (08) (Aug Summary)
Military History Anniversaries (09) (Sep Summary)
Military History Anniversaries (10) (Oct Summary)
Military History Anniversaries (11) (Nov Summary)
Military History Anniversaries (12) (Dec Summary)
Military Holiday Mail (2006 Deadlines Summary)
Military Holiday Mailing (Deadlines 2010) 101015
Military Holiday Mailing (Deadlines 2009) 091101
Military Housing Utility Bills (Army initiates billing)
Military ID Card (Retiree) [02] (Appointment System) 101101
Military ID Card Requests (How to Make) 100315
Military ID Cards – see DEERS; ID Card
Military Ins/Investment Predators (S.418 Sent to President)
Military Insurance/Investment Predators [01] (Bill signed)
Military Legislation Status – see Addendum
Military Lodging (Navy Lodges services)
Military Lodging (Facilities available to retirees)
Military Members' Rights Website (www.servicemembers.gov)
Military Museums & Memorials (Websites) 081215
Military One Source (DoD assistance program)
Military One Source [01] (ID code & passwords)
Military Pay Raise – see Pay Parity
Military Pay Tax Bill (Active duty only)
Military Payday Lenders (1000% interest rates)
Military Payday Lenders [01] (How they do it)
Military Payday Lenders [02] (One less lender)
Military Payday Lenders [03] (Reconsideration asked)
Military Political Activities Authorized (Do’s & Don’ts)
Military Pre-existing Condition Policy (Process Clouded) 080401
Military Recall to Active Duty (USN/USMC/USCG)
Military Recall to Active Duty [01] (USMC)
Military Recall to Active Duty [02] (All vets)
Military Records/DD-214 [01] (Quicker access)
Military Records/DD-214 [02] (USAF Backlog)
Military Recruiting (2006 Figures are up)
Military Recruiting [01] (Impact of mySpace)
Military Related Job Fairs (June schedule)
Military Related Job Fairs [01] (15 thru 31 Oct)
Military Retiree Alert (DFAS Beneficiary Verification)
Military Retiree Councils (How they serve us)
Military Retiree Tax Relief [01] (California AB 1077) 090501
Military Retiree/Survivor Population (By State) 090115
Military Retirement Fund (Funding) 101001
Military Retirement Fund [01] (Unanticipated Needs) 101001
Military Retirement Locations (Top 10) 101215
Military Retirement Pay Restrictions (What they are)
Military Retirement Plan (Options)
Military Retirement System Basics (No longer simple)
Military Retirement Taxation (What is/is not)
Military Reunion Notifications (How to Publish) 100515
Military Savings Deposit Program (10% interest)
Military Separation Bonus [01] (Recoupment Resumed) 100501
Military Spouse Friendly Workplaces (USAA Tops List)
Military Spouse Monument (Proposed)
Military Stolen Valor (Fraudulent Claims)
Military Stolen Valor (House Fake Heroes Bill)
Military Stolen Valor [01] (Fraudulent Claims)
Military Stolen Valor [02] (3 Arrests)
Military Stolen Valor [03] (2 More Cases)
Military Stolen Valor [04] (NY Conviction)
Military Stolen Valor [05] (How to Report) 080501
Military Stolen Valor [06] (LA & Sacramento) 080515
Military Stolen Valor [07] (Xavier Alvarez Sentenced) 080801
Military Stolen Valor [08] (Ex-Atlantic City Mayor) 080801
Military Stolen Valor [09] (P.O.W. Network Comments) 080901
Military Stolen Valor [10] (Moneymaker Sentenced) 080915
Military Stolen Valor [11] (Cal Expo Policeman) 090515
Military Stolen Valor [12] (Advocate's Charade) 090615
Military Stolen Valor [13] (SEAL faker pleads guilty) 100115
Military Stolen Valor [14] (Phony two-star) 100201
Military Stolen Valor [15] (Michael P. McManus) 100301
Military Stolen Valor [16] (Phony Gunnery Sergeant) 100401
Military Stolen Valor [17] (Falsely Claimed Disability) 100501
Military Stolen Valor [18] (Act Ruled Unconstitutional) 100801
Military Stolen Valor [19] (John Rodriguez) 100801
Military Stolen Valor [20] (Ex-Walter Reed CSM) 100801
Military Stolen Valor [21] (Michael Frisoli) 100815
Military Stolen Valor [22] (Second Lt. Douglas Sofranko) 100815
Military Stolen Valor [23] (Community Service Protest) 100915
Military Stolen Valor [24] (Decisions Appealed) 101015
Military Stolen Valor [25] (SC Legislation) 101015
Military Survivor Benefits (Survivor Benefit Plan)
Military Tattoo Criteria (Revised policy)
Military Tattoo Criteria [01] (Rules relaxed)
Military Tax Relief (Quibbling Delays H.R.3997)
Military Tax Relief [02] (Hearing Held) 101001
Military Times Copyrighted News (Limited Access News) 101015
Military Travel Discounts & Offers (Vacation ideas)
Military Trivia (WWII) 100315
Military Trivia 01 (WWII) 100401
Military Trivia 02 (General) 100415
Military Trivia 03 (Number 03) 100501
Military Trivia 04 (Number 04) 100515
Military Trivia 05 (Number 05) 100601
Military Trivia 06 (Number 06) 100615
Military Trivia 07 (Jeep) 100701
Military Trivia 08 (Number 8) 100715
Military Trivia 09 (Number 9) 100801
Military Trivia 10 (Number 10) 100815
Military Trivia 11 (Number 11) 100901
Military Trivia 12 (Number 12) 100915
Military Trivia 13 (Number 13) 101001
Military Trivia 14 (Number 14) 101015
Military Trivia 15 (Number 15) 101101
Military Trivia 16 (Awards) 101201
Military Trivia 16 (Merchant Marine) 101115
Military Trivia 18 (MOH Correction) 101215
Military Trivia 19 (Buffalo Soldiers) 101215
Military Unemployment Compensation (Vet & spouse)
Military vs. Federal Civilian Pay – see Pay Parity
Millennium Cohort Study (Military health survey)
Minimum Wage (JUL 09 Increase) 090801
Minnesota LinkVet (First in nation)
Minnesota Veterans Business Program (Loan Availability) 100801
Minnesota Veterans Homes [01] (Grants Awarded) 100515
Minnesota Veterans Homes [02] (Hastings MVH) 101201
Missing in America Project – see Vet Cremains
Mission Serve (Community Vet Integration) 091201
Missouri Retiree Tax Exemption – see Tax
MMA {Medicare Prescription Drug, Improvement and Modernization Act}
MN Disabled Property Tax Exclusion (Up to $300,000) 080601
MOAA Annual Awards (2009) 090501
MOAA Data Breach (Email Addees Only)
MOAA Scholarship Fund 2006 (Applications being accepted)
Mobility System (VHA Coverage)
Mobilization Economic Protections (Enhanced)
Mobilized Reserve (Net Increase/Decrease)
Mobilized Reserve 06 JUL 2010 (2,393 Decrease) 100715
Mobilized Reserve 10 AUG 2010 (394 Increase) 100815
Mobilized Reserve 11 MAY 2010 (465 Decrease) 100515
Mobilized Reserve 12 OCT 2010 (5466 Decrease) 101015
Mobilized Reserve 22 JUN 2010 (6,191 Decrease) 100701
Mobilized Reserve 23 NOV 2010 (1573 Decrease) 101201
Mobilized Reserve 24 AUG 2010 (405 Decrease) 100901
Mobilized Reserve 25 MAY 2010 (2,950 Decrease) 100601
Mobilized Reserve 26 APR 2010 (2000 Decrease) 100501
Mobilized Reserve 26 OCT 2010 (68 Decrease) 101101
Mobilized Reserve 27 JUL 2010 (17,458 Decreases) 100801
Mobilized Reserve 28 SEP 2010 (1875 Increase) 101001
Mobilized Reserve 7 DEC 2010 (967 Decrease) 101215
Mobilized Reserve 7 SEP 2010 (983 Decrease) 100915
Mobilized Reserve 8 JUN 2010 (3,967 Decrease) 100615
Mobilized Reserve 9 NOV 2010 (1756 Decrease) 101115
Mojave Desert Veteran Memorial (Court allows removal)
Mojave Desert Veteran Memorial [01] (Supreme Court) 090301
Mojave Desert Veteran Memorial [02] (7 OCT Court Date) 091015
Mojave Desert Veteran Memorial [03] (Supreme Court Ruling) 100501
Mojave Desert Veteran Memorial [04] (Illegally Removed) 100515
Mojave Desert Veteran Memorial [05] ($125,000 Reward) 100601
Mojave Desert Veteran Memorial [06] (New Legal Action) 101001
Mojave Desert Veteran Memorial [07] (Plea to Obama) 101015
Mojave Desert Veteran Memorial [08] (12 JAN Hearing) 101215
Mold & Mildew (Impact on humans)
Money Recognition by Blind (Currency change ordered)
Money Transfer (Xoom.com) 100715
Montgomery GI Bill – see GI Bill
Mortality Rates Active/Reserve (Differences) 090201
Mortgage Scams (VA Warning) 100501
Mouse for Shaky Hands (Filter out shaky hand movement)
MPS {Military Postal Service}
MPS Use for Charitable Donations (Prohibited)
MST {Military Sexual Trauma}
MTF Tricare Use (Locater)
MTF Tricare Use [01] (Cost Increase) 090315
MTU Tuition Break (Starting Summer 2008)
Multiple Sclerosis (Overview)
Multiple Sclerosis [01] (Leukemia Drug Impact) 081101
Museum – see National Guard
Museum – see National Vietnam Vet Art
Museum – see National World War I Museum
Museum – see Purple Heart
Museum – see Will Rogers
MWR Discount Broadway Tickets (New program)

NARA Data Breach 1 (76M Vets Exposed) 091015
NARA Data Breach 2 (250,000 Compromised) 100201
NARHA {North American Riding for the Handicapped Association, Inc.}
NARHA Veterans Program (Horses for Heroes)
National Cemetery Administration (Overview)
National Cemetery Administration [01] (Opening of GA & MI cemeteries)
National Cemetery Administration [02] (Biannual Meeting) 100715
National Cemetery Administration [03] (Intern Program) 101115
National Center for Veterans Studies (University of Utah) 100515
National Commission on Fiscal Responsibility & Reform – see Debt Control Commission
National D-Day Memorial (Overview) 101101
National Debt (U.S. citizens owe $247,341.97 each)
National Debt & Consumer Credit [01] ($24,734 & $6939 per citizen)
National Guard & Reserve Mobilized (How to identify)
National Guard Benefits (Overview) 080915
National Guard Birthday (370 years old)
National Guard Bonus Increase (Enlistment & Re-up hikes substantial)
National Guard Data Breach (Stolen Laptop) 090815
National Guard Memorial Museum (Dedication 6 Dec)
National Guard Retirement Guide (Now Available) 090915
National Infantry Museum (Overview) 100701
National Monuments (Pearl Harbor Considered) 080615
National Museum of the Marine Corps (Overview) 091001
National Park Passports (Overview)
National Park Passports [01] (JAN 07 Change) 080801
National Park Passports [03] (Non-Senior Passes) 100615
National Resource Directory (Redesigned) 100315
National Resource Directory (Recovery/Rehab Aid) 081201
National Retired Military Golf Classic (31 MAY thru 03 JUN 05)
National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans (11 thru 17 FEB)
National Uniform Claim Committee (VHA membership)
National USAF Museum (Korean War Exhibit) 100801
National Veterans Golden Age Games (26-31 MAY Hawaii) 101215
National Veterans Wheelchair Games (19-23 JUN)
National Vietnam Vet Art Museum (Permanent home)
National Volunteer Week (88,000 VA volunteers)
National World War I Museum (Overview) 090915
Nationwide Health Info Network (NHIN) (SSA 1st User) 090101
NATO Air Force Medals (Mission involvement awards)
NATO Medal for Kosovo (Eligibility)
Navajo Code Talkers (Few Left) 090601
Naval Websites of Interest (List) 100215
Navy and Marine Corps (Name Change Sought) 100315
Navy Body Modification Policy (Clarified)
Navy Casualty Assistance Division (Organization & duties)
Navy Cross (Overview) 090601
Navy Drawdown (25,000 fewer sailors in 2007)
Navy Drawdown [01] (Sailors will be compensated)
Navy Electronic Service Record (Paper phase out)
Navy IRR (Remaining service obligation)
Navy IRR {Individual Ready Reserve}
Navy Lodge New Facility (Accepting reservations)
Navy Personal Data Breach (When will it stop)
Navy Personal Data Breach [01] (Twice since June)
Navy Personal Data Breach [02] (Are you protected?)
Navy Personal Data Breach [03] (Another breach)
Navy Reserve Bonus ($15K available to some)
Navy Reserve Bonus [01] (Up to $20,000)
Navy Sabbaticals (Under Consideration)
Navy Uniform Changes (Crackerjacks remain)
Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (A chance to volunteer)
NCIS Espionage Program (Rewards) 091015
NCSL {National Conference of State Legislatures} www.ncsl.org
NDAA {National Defense Authorization Act}
NDAA 2004 (Benefit Upgrades)
NDAA 2005 Provisions (CR & SBP major gains)
NDAA 2006 [01] (Senate debate delayed)
NDAA 2006 [02] (Debate delayed until Sept)
NDAA 2006 [03] (Vet amendments affected)
NDAA 2006 [04] (Benefit enhancements on hold)
NDAA 2006 [05] (Republican leadership blocking)
NDAA 2006 [06] (Action anticipated soon)
NDAA 2006 [07] (Debate restarted)
NDAA 2006 [08] (Completion by 12 DEC)
NDAA 2006 [09] (Ready for president’s signature)
NDAA 2006 [10] (President as signed into law)
NDAA 2006 Provisions (House & Senate Committee results)
NDAA 2007 (2006 unfinished business)
NDAA 2007 [01] (Out of committee)
NDAA 2007 [02] (Impact on employers)
NDAA 2007 [03] (Bush not happy w/House)
NDAA 2007 [04] (Debate begins)
NDAA 2007 [05] (White House concerns)
NDAA 2007 [06] (Highlights)
NDAA 2007 [07] (Conference committee)
NDAA 2007 [08] (Chapter 61 Benefits)
NDAA 2007 [09] (Employee Tricare Use)
NDAA 2007 [10] (USFSPA Impact)
NDAA 2007 [11] (House Conferees Assigned)
NDAA 2007 [12] (Debate continues)
NDAA 2007 [13] (Appropriations Act Passed)
NDAA 2007 [14] (Additional Provisions)
NDAA 2007 [15] (Pay Increases)
NDAA 2007 [16] (Authorization Act Signed)
NDAA 2007 [17] (Retirement/SBP Improvements)
NDAA 2007 [18] (UCMJ & Contractors)
NDAA 2008 (TMC Priorities)
NDAA 2008 [01] (Progress Report)
NDAA 2008 [02] (House Initiatives Opposed)
NDAA 2008 [03] (Amendments/Provisions)
NDAA 2008 [04] (Senate Debate Late JUN)
NDAA 2008 [05] (Debate Resumes 9 JUL)
NDAA 2008 [06] (Senate Debate Begins)
NDAA 2008 [07] (In Limbo)
NDAA 2008 [08] (Unresolved Issues)
NDAA 2008 [09] (Senate bill passed)
NDAA 2008 [09] (Senate Bill Passed)
NDAA 2008 [09] (Senate Action)
NDAA 2008 [10] (Senate bill passed)
NDAA 2008 [11] (Conference Committee Results)
NDAA 2008 [12] (Bush Vetoes)
NDAA 2008 [13] (Pocket Veto)
NDAA 2008 [14] (President Signs)
NDAA 2009 (CR/SBP Inequities)
NDAA 2009 [01] (S.2787 SASC Mark Up) 080515
NDAA 2009 [02] (House passes H.R.5658) 080601
NDAA 2009 [03] (Anticipated Senate Amendments) 080601
NDAA 2009 [04] (Steps to Complete) 080615
NDAA 2009 [05] (Cloture Motion) 080915
NDAA 2009 [06] (Final Passage in Doubt) 080915
NDAA 2009 [07] (Approved) 081015
NDAA 2010 (Process Begins) 090615
NDAA 2010 [01] (S.1390 & H.R.2647) 090801
NDAA 2010 [02] (Senate Appropriations Bill) 090915
NDAA 2010 [03] (Broken Promises) 091015
NDAA 2010 [04] (Public Law No: 111-84) 091101
NDAA 2010 [06] (Health Care Reform Tricare Fix) 100401
NDAA 2011 [02] (HASC H.R.3561 Markup) 100601
NDAA 2011 [03] (Military Hospital Abortions) 100615
NDAA 2011 [04] (Obama’s Veto Threat) 100701
NDAA 2011 [05] (Summer Recess Delay) 100815
NDAA 2011 [06] (More Delay) 101001
NDAA 2011 [07] (Cloture Vote Fails) 101215
NDSM (Eligibility)
NDSM {National Defense Service Medal}
Nebraska Family Military Leave Act (Up to 15 days)
Neck Pain (Reduction Exercises) 100601
Nevada Vet Benefits (VSO Shortage Impact) 090201
New 2008 Postage Rates [01] (Retiree FPO Users) 080515
New Jersey Disabled Vet Benefit (Hunting & Fishing) 100615
New Mexico Vet Tuition (Residency Not Required) 090501
New York Military Assistance (New Initiatives)
NEX Check SSN Policy (No Longer Needed)
NEXCOM Phone Rates (Rates to states reduced)
NFCU Joint Accounts (What happens if you die)
NG {National Guard}
NG Transition Assistance Advisor (Services Provided)
NGB DOD Representation (H.R.5200/S.2658)
NGB DOD Representation [01] (Delayed till May 07)
NGB DOD Representation [02] (NG Empowerment)
NGB DOD Representation [03] (NG in JCS Opposed)
NIH Data Breach (Stolen Laptop) 080401
NJ DSM (Eligibility)
NLS Talking Book Program (Reading Impaired) 090601
NOAA's Volunteer Program (Opportunities) 090901
NORAD Santa Tracking (51st Year)
Normandy Service Medal (How to obtain)
North Carolina Vet Child Scholarship (4 year) 100815
North Carolina Vet Tax Exemption [01] (Property Tax) 090101
North Carolina Veterans Home (2 New Grants) 100501
Notes of Interest (Various)
NPRC {National Personnel Records Center}
NPRC Military Records (Request Application Access)
NPRC Military Records [01] (DD-214 Request) 080515
NPRC Military Records [03] (Request Policy Clarification) 091115
NPRC Presentations Available upon request)
NPRC Scam (Potential) 081115
NPRC Spoof (Military records are NOT being destroyed)
NROTC (Service Obligation Change) 091015
NRPC Relocation (New site Millington TN)
NSO {National Statistics Office – Philippines}
NSO Document Request (Philippine Records)
NSO Negative Certificates (Replacement procedure)
Nuclear Radiation Medal (H.R. 432)
Nursing Home Daily Rates (Shreveport the Cheapest)
Credit Reports - Obtaining Credit (Annual free copy)
Nursing Homes (Comparisons)
Nursing Homes [01] (Performance)
Nursing Homes [02] (Selection Considerations)
Nursing Homes [03] (Rates)
Nursing Homes [04] (Not-for-Profit Better)
Nursing Homes [05] (CMS Worst List)
Nursing Homes [06] (CMS Database) 080401
Nursing Homes [07] (Updated Ratings) 090101
Nursing Homes [08] (Rating System Criticized) 090115
Nursing Homes [09] (Medicaid Criteria) 090201
NVVRS & NVVLS (Vietnam Vet Studies) 091001
NY Vet Benefits [01] (Property Tax) 090201
NY Vet Property Tax Relief (Tax Break Delays) 081215

Obama VA Officials (Deputy Secretary) 090215
Obama VA Officials [01] (VBA Undersecretary) 090215
Obama VA Officials [02] (Intergovernmental Affairs) 090215
Obama VA Officials [03] (Duckworth Confirmed) 090501
Obama VA Officials [04] (Four Assume Office) 090601
Ohio State Tax – see Tax
Ohio Vet Bonus [01] (Non-taxable) 101001
Ohio Vet Tuition (New Policy) 080715
Ohio Veteran Services (Ranks 43 of 50)
Oklahoma Vet Benefits (Overview) 090115
Oklahoma Vet Insurance Plan (Suggested)
OMCC (Reservist child care)
Operation Iraqi Freedom (Name Change) 100301
Operation Offset (Katrina payment proposals)
Oregon Dependent Tuition Waiver (Survivors) 080415
Other than Honorable Discharge (VA Health Care Impact) 101015
Outward Bound (OEF/OIF Vet Program) 100701
Outward Bound [01] (Vet No Cost Expeditions) 100915
Overindulgence (Fasting Antidote) 090701
Overseas Absentee Voting (2008 Guidelines) 080801
Overseas Holiday Mail 2008 (Deadlines) 081101
Overseas Holiday Mailing 2007 (Mailing dates)
Overseas Retirees [01] (Banking) 100515
Overseas Travel w/Tricare (MTF Usage) 080401
Overseas Troop Gift Giving (How To)
Overseas Voters [01] (Law Change) 100115
Ozone Air Cleaners (ARB warning)

Pain (End of Life Study) 101115
Painkillers & Constipation (Constipation Drug Study)
Parentage (How to verify)
Parkinson’s Disease (Isradipine Treatment)
Party Platforms on Vet Issues (Democrats) 080901
Passport – see National Parks
Passport Issuance in RP (U.S.) (Revised Procedures)
Passport Issuance in RP (U/S/) [01] (Fee Pmt) 090201
Passport Obtainment ~ U.S. [04] (Philippines) 100715
Passport US: Additional Pages (No charge)
Passport US: Amendments (Use FORM DSP-19)
Passport US: Amendments [01] (No Longer authorized)
Passport US: Card (Substitute for US passport)
Passport US: Card [01] (Accepting Applications)
Passport US: Child Support Policy (Max $5k in Arrears)
Passport US: E-Passport (Trial Issuance)
Passport US: Obtainment (Overview)
Passport US: Obtainment [01] (Initial Issue Requirements)
Passport US: Obtainment [02] (5 Things to Know)
Passport US: Obtainment [03] (Fee Increase)
Passport US: Obtainment [04] (Temporary WHTI Expires)
Passport US: Policy & Ordering (Issuance from U.S only)
Passport US: Policy & Ordering [01] (New Travel Requirement)
Passport US: Renewal (Use FORM DSP-82)
Passport US: Replacement (Use FORM DSP-64)
Passport US: Two-Parent Consent Law (Effective NOV 04)
Pat Tillman Documentary (DoD Bans Movie) 100915
Patient Care Group Scam (VA Users Targeted) 090915
Patient Privacy Rules (HIPPA Regulations) 081101
Patriot Day (911) 100901
Patriot Guard Riders (Not Deterred by Court Ruling) 101101
Pay as You Drive (CA Bill AB 2800) 080801
Pay Dates (2009) 090115
Pay Parity (2007 Pay raise)
Pay Parity [01] (2009 Pay Raise)
Pay Parity [02] (2010 Pay raise) 100101
PDBR {Physical Disability Board of Review} see DoD
PDMRA Compensation Program (Extra Cash for 6800) 100301
Peanut Butter Advisory (Check Your Labels)
Peanut Butter/Paste Recall (Products & Liability) 090301
Pearl Harbor 65th Anniversary (Memorial Ceremony)
Pennsylvania GVOACs (Governor Closing 5) 091201
Pennsylvania Survivor Education Bill (Free dependent tuition)
Pennsylvania Vet Agency (Separate Existing Dept)
Pennsylvania Vet Bonus – see Vet Bonus
Pennsylvania Veterans' Homes – see Vet Homes
Pension – see Unclaimed money
Pension Offset Law [Government] (Social Security reduction)
Pentagon 9/11 Memorial (Dedication 11 SEP 08) 080901
Pentagon 9/11 Memorial [01] (Visitation and Restrictions) 101015
Pentagon Data Breach (A National Security Concern)
Pentagon TV Channel (Established)
Pentagon Wasted Supplies ($400 million unnecessary expenditures)
People vs. Hardware (DoD Budget emphasis)
Personal Data Protection [Government] (Security breach prescription)
Personal Paperwork Replacement (Where to Go) 101101
Personality Disorder Discharge (PD or PTSD?)
Personality Disorder Discharge [01] (Report requested) 091101
Personality Disorder' Separations (Under Review) 081201
Philippine Air Carrier Concerns (Aviation Safety Caution)
Philippine Credit Card Surcharge (No more)
Philippine DEERS Registration (ID Cards Available)
Philippine DEERS Registration [01] (Walk-ins Discouraged)
Philippine DEERS Registration [02] ID Cards in PI)
Philippine Liberation Medal (Application procedure)
Philippine Mayon Volcano (JUL 09 Alert) 090715
Philippine Resident Alien Reentry Permit (How to Obtain)
Philippine Tourist Visa (Rules Relaxed)
Philippine Tourist Visa [01] (VIMS Change) 080415
Philippine Tricare Provider Certification (How to)
Philippine U.S. Military Pollution (Legacy Remains) 100215
Philippine U.S. Troop Protest (Joint Military Exercises)
Philippine U.S. Troop Protest [01] (VFA Treaty) 091001
Philippine Visas (Types) 090915
Phishing Alert IRS (99 Scams Identified)
Phishing Alert NFCU (Do not respond)
Phony War Heroes ($100,000 fine)
Photography Franchise Offer (Contest for vets)
Physician Reimbursements (Flawed System)
Physician Reimbursements [01] (Up Front Payment) 090315
Pneumonia (Overview) 081101
Pneumonia [01] (Smoker Risk) 081101
Pneumonia Vaccination (Protection for Life)
Pneumonia Vaccinations - see Medicare Vaccinations
Politics As Usual (Bush) (Actions speak louder than words)
Postal Money Order Scam (How to check for counterfeit PMO)
Postal Rate Proposal (2007)
Postal Rate Proposal (2006)
Postal Rates (APO/FPO Discount)
Postal Rates [02] (2011 Proposed Increase) 100901
Postal Service (May Postage Increase) 090215
Postal Service [01] (Early Retirement Pushed) 090401
Postal Service [02] (Executive Compensation) 090401
Postal Service [03] ($15k Buyouts) 090901
POW – see VA
POW Designation (Numbers Raise Questions) 090415
POW Designation [01] (Incentive to Lie) 090415
POW Designation [02] (Sorting Fact from Fiction) 090501
POW Designation [03] (Faking Records) 090501
POW Designation [04] (VA Numbers Questioned) 090601
POW Network PX (Vet Info Access) 101215
POW Pay WWII (One grade promotion)
POW Possible VA Benefits (Looking for 11,000)
POW Purple Heart (Eligibility)
POW Special Compensation (Bill died in committee)
POW VA Benefits (Only 35% registered for benefits)
POW VA Benefits [01] (Ex-POWs Benefit expanded)
POW VA Benefits [02] (34,000 Vets Eligible)
POW VA Benefits [03] (29,350 Vets Eligible)
POW VA Benefits [04] (25,000 Vets Eligible)
POW VA Benefits [05] (Expanded Policies) 101001
POW/MIA Databases (WWII/ROK/VN/GWOT)
POW/MIA Day (3rd Friday of SEP)
POW/MIA Day [01] (2009) 090901
POW/MIA Rosters ( http://www.dtic.mil/dpmo/sitemap.htm )
PRC {Polytrauma Rehabilitation Center}
Pregnancy Resource Centers (Abortion Risks Misstated)
Premium Conversion (Overview)
Premium Conversion [01] (Pre-tax Dollars)
Pre-need Funerals – see Funeral
Prescription Drug Disposal (Problems) 090515
Prescription Drug Disposal [01] (What to do) 100815
Prescription Drug Disposal [02] (National Take-Back Day) 100915
Prescription Filling (Options)
Prescription Filling Options [01] (Shop Around) 090615
Prescription Transfers (How To) 100415
Presidential Dollar Coins (New Dollar Series)
Presidential Memorial Certificate (Eligibility & obtainment)
Presidential Primary Dates (2004)
Presidential Vet Proposals (Democrats Take Issue)
Presidential Vet Proposals [01] (VFW Convention Speech) 090901
Pre-tax Insurance Premiums (Tricare & FEHBP)
Property Insurance (State Farm FL Pullout) 090201
Proposals to Aid Vets (Democrats Take Issue)
Prostatitis (Genital and urinary infections)
Prosthetic Limbs – see VA
Prostrate Cancer – see Cancer
Prostrate Problems (Over Age 50)
Prostrate Problems [01] (Support group availability)
Prostrate Problems [02] (Omega 3-Fatty Acids)
Prostrate Problems [03] (New Blood Test)
Prostrate Problems [04] (Delayed Treatment)
Pseudoephedrine Products (Removal from exchange shelves)
Psoriasis (What it Is)
Psoriasis [01] (Skin Disease) 090815
PTSD (72,000 awards under review)
PTSD – see DoD Vet Betrayal
PTSD [01] (Congress unhappy w/VA plan)
PTSD [02] (Rep. Tom Udall’s comments)
PTSD [03] (Increase affects 52 million)
PTSD [04] (VA has new plan)
PTSD [05] (Study conclusions)
PTSD [06] (More Hearings)
PTSD [07] (Heart Disease Risk)
PTSD [08] (Funds Not Spent)
PTSD [09] (Propranolol Treatment Study)
PTSD [10] (Heart Attack Risk)
PTSD [11] (Related Health Problems)
PTSD [12] (Alternative Sentencing Program)
PTSD [13] (Effective Sleep Drug)
PTSD [14] (VA Policies Problematic)
PTSD [15] (Pathway Home Program)
PTSD [16] (PTSD & Asthma Link)
PTSD [17] (Proof Policy Change)
PTSD [18] (Policy Change Clarification)
PTSD [19] (RAND Corp Study) 080501
PTSD [20] (VA Diagnosis Policy) 080601
PTSD [21] (VA Denies Money a Factor) 080615
PTSD [22] (H.R. 6268) 080701
PTSD [23] (SERV Act) 080815
PTSD [24] (Higher Numbers Diagnosed) 090201
PTSD [25] (VA Email Investigation) 090201
PTSD [26] (H.R.952) 090501
PTSD [27] (Dementia Risk) 090715
PTSD [27] (H.R.952 Subcommittee Action) 090615
PTSD [28] (HBO Therapy) 090715
PTSD [29] (Stressor Corroboration) 090901
PTSD [30] (Volunteers Needed) 090901
PTSD [31] (Surgery risks) 091101
PTSD [32] (Groundbreaking Court Decision) 091115
PTSD [33] (Treatment Assessment) 091115
PTSD [34] (Supreme Court Decision) 091215
PTSD [35] (Military Rules Hinder Therapy) 100101
PTSD [36] (More Reliable Diagnosis) 100201
PTSD [37] (NVLSP Lawsuit Results) 100201
PTSD [38] (VA Marijuana Policy) 100315
PTSD [39] (Morphine Use Impact) 100315
PTSD [40] (EFT Therapy) 100401
PTSD [41] (VTC Remote Treatment) 100401
PTSD [42] (NM Marijuana Policy) 100415
PTSD [43] (Stellate Ganglion Block) 100415
PTSD [44] (Criteria in Flux) 100515
PTSD [45] (Fraud Potential Rising) 100515
PTSD [46] (Designation on Driver License) 100515
PTSD [47] (Fake Claims Story Clarification) 100601
PTSD [48] (Immune System Impact) 100601
PTSD [49] (Iraqi Freedom Vets) 100615
PTSD [50] (Proof Rule Modification) 100715
PTSD [51] (New Regulations Quick Facts) 100801
PTSD [52] (More Q&A on New Rule) 100801
PTSD [53] (Ecstasy Treatment) 100801
PTSD [54] (Seroquel Concerns) 100915
PTSD [55] (Lawsuit Joining Deadline Extended) 100915
PTSD [56] (Sleep Apnea Study) 101115
PTSD [57] (Definitive Indicator Found) 101115
PTSD [58] (Exposure Therapy) 101115
PTSD [59] (Smoking Cessation) 101215
PTSD {Post-traumatic Stress Disorder}
PTSD 2nd Signature Requirement (VBA Letter 20-05-35)
PTSD Assistance Programs (Free counseling available)
PTSD Basics (What it is)
PTSD Drug Relief (Prazosin)
PTSD Ecstasy Treatment (Participants for study sought)
PTSD FAQ (Answers)
PTSD Purple Heart (Needs to be Looked At) 080515
PTSD Purple Heart [01] (MOPH Opposes) 080601
PTSD Purple Heart [02] (Does not qualify) 090115
PTSD Stressor Letter (Example) 090601
PTSD Website – www.ncptsd.va.gov/facts/general/fs_overview.html
Publix Prescription Offer (No Cost Antibiotics)
Puerto Rico Medical Fraud (AZ-FL-NY-TX-VA Impact)
Purple Heart (POW Eligibility) 081015
Purple Heart Hall of Honor (Recipients Sought)
Purple Heart Museum (Debut on 10 NOV)
Purple Heart Postage Stamp (Available 27 May 03)
Purple Heart Postage Stamp [01] (Reissued) 090601

QoL {Quality of Life}
QVMB {Qualified Veterans Mortgage Bond}
QVMB Program (Vet Mortgage Source)

RAC {Recovery Audit Contractor demonstration program for Medicare}
RACHA {Retiree-At-Cost Hearing Aid Program}
RACHAP/RHAPP (New DoD Program)
RACHAP/RHAPP [01] (Retiree Hearing Aids) 081115
RAO {Retiree Activities/Assistance Office}
RAO Bulletin Blocked (Those Affected)
RAO Bulletin Blocked [01] (AOL purge ongoing)
RAO Bulletin Blocked [02] (Recipients not informed)
RAO Bulletin Directory (Unsubscribe & AOL)
RAO Bulletin Directory (Unsubscribe procedure)
RAO Bulletin Index – http://post_119_gulfport_ms.tripod.com/raoindex.html
RAO Bulletin Non-receipt (New & Old format) 100215
RAO Bulletins On Line – http://post_119_gulfport_ms.tripod.com/rao1.html
RC {Reserve Component}
RC Back Pay Claims (Eligibility moved to 1994)
RC Disability Claims (Disproportional Denials) 081101
RC Free Child Care (Available to Reserve personnel)
RC Postal Employee Back Pay (Improper Leave Assessment)
REAP (VA now processing claims)
REAP [01] (Multiple Tour Eligibility)
REAP [02] (S.2871 Improvements) 080501
REAP {Reserve Educational Assistance Program}
Recall to Active Duty [03] (Air Force Officers) 091001
Recruiter Misconduct (Increase in Wrongdoing)
Recruiter Misconduct [01] (Sexual)
Recruiter Misconduct [02] (Video Surveillance Contemplated)
Recruiting Non-citizens (Under Consideration)
Recruiting Non-citizens [01] (MAVNI Pilot Program) 081215
Red Cross Assistance Request (WRAMC needs)
Red Cross Assistance Request [01] (WRAMC donations)
Red Cross Scam (Phony Calls)
Red Meat Consumption (Premature Death Impact) 090401
Reebok Children’s Sneakers Alert (Bonus gift dangerous)
Refunds – see Unclaimed Money
Reiki (Alternative Pain Therapy) 100401
Remote Infrared Audible Signs [RIAS] (VA hospital use)
Rental Car Age Restrictions (Cutoff Age at 70 or 75) 080501
Renters Insurance (81 million uninsured)
Renters Insurance [01] (Recommended if Applicable)
Republic of China Badge of Honor (How to obtain)
Researching Your Doctor (California) 100715
Reserve – see Individual Ready Reserve
Reserve – see REAP
Reserve Benefits [02] (Upgrades Needed) 090615
Reserve Benefits [03] (H.R.3787 Veteran Definition) 101001
Reserve Compensation (Back Pay claims)
Reserve Compensation [01] (Up 25% from 2001) 090715
Reserve Component Drill Pay 2006 (Online calculator available)
Reserve Component Mental Health Act (H.R.6075) 080701
Reserve Death Benefit New Mexico (State benefits for vets)
Reserve E-Mail System (Old System Replaced)
Reserve GI Bill (1.5% increase OCT 03)
Reserve GI Bill [01] (Program Simplification Sought)
Reserve GI Bill [02] (Shortcomings)
Reserve GI Bill [03] (DoD Opposes Raise)
Reserve GI Bill [04] (New Bill)
Reserve GI Bill [05] (Veterans Misled)
Reserve GI Bill [06] (Changes)
Reserve GI Bill [07] (Guard GI Bill Snafu)
Reserve GI Bill [08] (SECDEF Clarification sought)
Reserve GI Bill [09] (2010 Budget Resolution) 090501
Reserve GI Bill [10] (Action Alert) 100315
Reserve Health Benefit (Tricare Prime eligibility)
Reserve Health Benefit [01] (DoD objects to full time health care)
Reserve Health Benefit [02] (Temporary reserve health benefit program)
Reserve Health Benefit [03] (20-25% Uninsured)
Reserve Health Benefit [04] (Non-duty Tricare access)
Reserve Health Benefit [05] (Premium increase guidelines)
Reserve Health Benefit [06] (Senate wants – House does not)
Reserve Income Replacement (Payments start 1 SEP 06)
Reserve Leave Benefits (New DOL Rules) 081201
Reserve Mobilization Compensation Pay (Opposed by Pentagon)
Reserve Mobilization Compensation Pay [01] (NDAA 06 amendment)
Reserve Pay – see Reserve compensation
Reserve Personnel Cuts (Capital hill opposition)
Reserve Personnel Cuts [01] (Enlistment Age Lowered) 090801
Reserve Reemployment Rights (1994 USERRA entitlements)
Reserve Reemployment Rights [01] (Department of Labor's new rules)
Reserve Reemployment Rights [02] (Implementation regs finalized)
Reserve Reemployment Rights [03] (ESGR a Bureaucratic Mess)
Reserve Retirement Age [01] (S. 2035 Reform act)
Reserve Retirement Age [02] (Less than 60 movement)
Reserve Retirement Age [03] (Legislators need to be persuaded)
Reserve Retirement Age [04] (New bill to reduce retirement age)
Reserve Retirement Age [05] (Change lacking Congressional support)
Reserve Retirement Age [06] (New plan proposed)
Reserve Retirement Age [07] (Progress made)
Reserve Retirement Age [08] (A Different Approach)
Reserve Retirement Age [09] (S.0648 Objective)
Reserve Retirement Age [10] (House NDAA Inclusion)
Reserve Retirement Age [11] (Window Dressing)
Reserve Retirement Age [11] (NDAA 08 amendment)
Reserve Retirement Age [12] (Retroactive to 911)
Reserve Retirement Age [13] (Pay Formula Expansion Bill) 080415
Reserve Retirement Age [14] (Criteria) 090101
Reserve Retirement Age [15] (Extension Proposal) 090115
Reserve Retirement Age [16] (Backdate Credit to 911) 090401
Reserve Retirement Age [17] (H.R.208 Bad news) 090615
Reserve Retirement Age [18] (NDAA Issue) 090815
Reserve Retirement Age [19] (Sen. Kerry Letter) 090901
Reserve Retirement Age [20] (Sen. Graham Onboard) 100501
Reserve Retirement Age [21] (H.R.4947) 100601
Reserve Temporary Health Benefit Program (Expires 1 Jan 05)
Reserve Training Overtime Rules (Bush proposes denial)
Reserve Travel Pay (NG Reimbursement) 090815
Reserve/Guard Tricare (Options) 091215
Reserves Civilian Employment Program (Mandatory Info Database)
Reserves Commissary Benefit (Eligibility approved)
Reserves Dental Benefit (One year waiver offer)
Reserves Early Tricare Access (Reimbursement from 6 NOV 03)
Reserves Enlistment Age Raised (Increase to age 39)
Reserves FICA Refund (Mobilized)
Reserves Job Placement Program (Spouses)
Reserves Officer Recall to Duty (Formal Commission Resignation)
Reserves Waiver of VA Comp (Concurrent payment not authorized)
Reservist Disability Pay (Awardees Prior to 28 OCT 04)
Reservists Annual Registration (31 Oct Deadline)
Reservists Annual Registration [01] (Registration mandatory)
Reservists Tax Break (New Guidelines)
Retired Army Pin (Lapel Button Replacement)
Retiree Activities Offices (Volunteers Needed Worldwide) 091215
Retiree Annual COLAs [01] (Tracking Inflation)
Retiree Annual COLAs [02] (COLA Calculations) 090615
Retiree Appreciation Days (2008 Schedule)
Retiree Appreciation Days [01] (Updated List)
Retiree Appreciation Days [04] (2009 Schedule) 090615
Retiree Appreciation Days [05] (2010 Army) 100601
Retiree Appreciation Days [06] (2010 Air Force) 100601
Retiree Appreciation Days [07] (2010 Navy) 100601
Retiree Asset Strategy Survey (Focused on Preserving)
Retiree Checklist (What Survivors Should Know) 101101
Retiree Death Notification (Procedure)
Retiree Health Insurance Tax Deduction (H.R.1110 Introduced)
Retiree Joint Basing Impact (Minimal) 100301
Retiree Life Expectancy (Volunteerism Factor) 090515
Retiree Medal Wearing Policy (When & Where)
Retiree Mobilization (Overview)
Retiree Mobilization [01] (Applications being accepted)
Retiree Mobilization [02] (Army expanding its program)
Retiree Mobilization [03] (Plan updated)
Retiree Mobilization [04] (Plan updated)
Retiree Mobilization [05] (Push-Pull Exercise) 090415
Retiree Numbers Overseas (2003)
Retiree OCONUS Survey (Navy/Marine Corps)
Retiree On Base Dining (Air Force FTI) 100501
Retiree Pay Statement – see DFAS
Retiree Seminar Schedule (2010) 100901
Retiree Seminar Schedule (2009) 090501
Retiree Seminars 2007 (Where to Go)
Retiree Survivor Comfort Act (Last Check Retention)
Retiree Telephone News Line (Now available) 090615
Retiree Voluntary Recall (Qualified Retirees sought)
Retiree Voluntary Recall [01] (Program Ends) 090715
Retiree Voluntary Recall [02] (Stats) 100301
Retiree Wearing of the Uniform (Guidance)
Retiree Wearing of the Uniform [01] (USAF) 090915
Retiree/Annuitant Pay Dates 2008 (DFAS)
Retirement Calculators (Flaws) 100701
Retirement Homes (Types available to vets)
Retirement Household Shipments (Time Limitations)
Retirement in Baguio (Overview)
Retirement Planning (How to Wreck) 100115
Retirement Planning [01] (How Much to Save) 101115
Retirement Tax Considerations (Sales & Income)
Retirement Tax Considerations [01] (SS & Pensions)
Retirement Tax Considerations [02] (Property Taxes)
Returning GWT Heroes TF (Inviting Feedback)
Reunion Locators (Websites)
Reveille (Retiree Service Rivalry) 080901
Review Board Applications (Online Procedure)
Revisit Korea Tours (Subsidized by ROK) 100101
RHAPP {Retiree Hearing Aid Purchase Program}
Rhode Island State DVA (Proposal Fails Again) 080715
Rhode Island Vet Home – see Vet Home
ROK War Service Medal – see Korean
ROKWSM {Republic of Korea War Service Medal}
RP DEERS Registration – see DEERS
RSO Locations [01] (Aug 2010) 100815
RSO Locations by Country (Overseas) 090715
RSO Locations by State (Conus) 090701

Safe Haven for Reserves (Now available to reserves)
SAH {Special Adaptive Housing}
Sales Tax Holidays (New Link) 090815
Saluting the Flag (Veterans)
Saluting the Flag [01] (Status of S1877)
Saluting the Flag [02] (Civilian Attire) 080701
Saluting the Flag [03] (National Anthem) 081101
Saluting the Flag [04] (Veterans) 090801
Salvation Army (Scam Warning)
SAMHSA (New Web Page)
SAMHSA {Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration}
Sam's Club Military Open House (1 & 15 DEC) 081201
San Antonio North Central Federal Clinic (Joint VA/DoD Venture)
SAT {Scholastic Aptitude Test)
SAT/ACT Offer Extended (Retirees eligible)
Saving Money (Direct Primary Care ) 101115
Saving Money (Hand Sanitizers) 101201
Saving Money (Bus vs. Plane) 101101
Saving Money (Rental cars) 101015
Saving Money (Shopping Tips) 101001
Saving Money (Health Tips) 100915
Saving Money (Home Tips) 100901
Saving Money (Credit Cards Purchases) 101215
SBA {Small Business Administration}
SBA Vet Issues (Programs)
SBA Vet Issues [01] (31 JUL 07 Extension Authorized)
SBA Vet Issues [02] (H.R.0109 to reduce fees)
SBA Vet Issues [03] (Bush Closes Vet Office)
SBA Vet Issues [04] (Patriot Express Loans)
SBA Vet Issues [05] (HR 2366 Passes House)
SBA Vet Issues [06] (Patriot Express Loans start 19 JUL 07)
SBA Vet Issues [07] (Vet Program Expansion)
SBA Vet Issues [08] (PL 110-186)
SBA Vet Issues [09] (Rules Tightened) 100215
SBA Vet Issues [10] (Task Forces Activated) 100501
SBA Vet Issues [11] (Owner Verification Problems) 100615
SBA Vet Issues [12] (Patriot Express Loans) 101101
SBP & Divorce (Impact on payments)
SBP & Former Spouse (Eligibility)
SBP {Survivor Benefit Plan}
SBP 30% Alien Withholding (Nonresident alien beneficiaries)
SBP Automatic Coverage & Options (Clarification)
SBP Basics (Overview)
SBP Basics [01] (Program Explanation)
SBP Basics [02] (Good or bad deal?)
SBP Changes After Retirement (Changes you can make)
SBP Delayed Claims (May not be approved)
SBP DFAS Q&A (Info to know)
SBP DIC Offset (Elimination proposed)
SBP DIC Offset [01] (Share of SBP premiums is refunded)
SBP DIC Offset [02] (S.185 cosponsors needed)
SBP DIC Offset [03] (NDAA 07 amendment)
SBP DIC Offset [04] (S.AMDT.2424 approved)
SBP DIC Offset [05] (Still up in the air)
SBP DIC Offset [06] (House would not approve)
SBP DIC Offset [07] (Senate budget committee input)
SBP DIC Offset [08] (Senate amendment passed)
SBP DIC Offset [09] (Still alive)
SBP DIC Offset [10] (New Bill Introduced)
SBP DIC Offset [11] (Senate Amendment Passed) 080915
SBP DIC Offset [12] (New Bill H.R.775) 090215
SBP DIC Offset [13] (S.535 Survivor Equity Act) 090315
SBP DIC Offset [14] (Fight Goes On) 090401
SBP DIC Offset [15] (A Step Forward) 090415
SBP DIC Offset [16] (H.R.2243 Base Change) 090515
SBP DIC Offset [17] (Need Questioned) 090601
SBP DIC Offset [18] (Another Step forward) 090701
SBP DIC Offset [19] (Senate Includes in NDAA) 090801
SBP DIC Offset [20] ($14 Billon bribe) 091101
SBP DIC Offset [21] (S.535 Support Needed) 091115
SBP DIC Offset [22] (Promises, Promises) 100215
SBP DIC Offset [23] (A Step Closer) 100401
SBP DIC Offset [24] (Remarriage Rule) 100515
SBP DIC Offset [25] (After Sharp Lawsuit SITREP) 100701
SBP DIC Offset [26] (Non-action by Congress) 101015
SBP for Reservist (Eligibility & Options)
SBP Lawsuit (Full DIC)
SBP Lawsuit [01] (Widows Win 1st Round)
SBP Lawsuit [02] (Judge Orders Payment) 080701
SBP Lawsuit [03] (Pentagon Appeals Ruling) 080901
SBP Lawsuit [04] (NOV 08 SITREP) 081201
SBP Lawsuit [05] (Appeal Court Ruling) 090901
SBP Lawsuit [06] (DoD concedes) 091101
SBP Lawsuit [06] (Remarried after age 57) 100215
SBP Open Season (OCT 05 if you can afford it)
SBP Open Season [01] (Details available late July)
SBP Open Season [02] (Retirees given 2nd chance)
SBP Open Season [03] (Last Chance)
SBP Paid Up Provision (360th month + age 70)
SBP Paid Up Provision [01] (2005 vice 2008 proposed)
SBP Paid Up Provision [02] (1 OCT 05 effective date proposed)
SBP Paid Up Provision [03] (30 Year Payers)
SBP Paid Up Provision [04] (FAQs)
SBP Paid Up Provision [05] (Account Review Begins) 080501
SBP Paid Up Provision [06] (SBP Counter) 081015
SBP Paid Up Provision [07] (Appeal Process) 081201
SBP Paid Up Provision [08] (DFAS Challenge Form) 090115
SBP Paid Up Provision [09] (Dispute Period Closed) 090815
SBP Reform (Too costly in 2003)
SBP Reform [01] (Offset phase out at 62)
SBP Reform [02] (Offset phase out over 10 years)
SBP Reform [03] (Spending priorities)
SBP Reform [04] (Discharge Petition Introduced)
SBP SSA Offset (What it is & why)
SBP SSA Offset [01] (Elimination over 10 years)
SBP SSA Offset [02] (Phased Elimination)
SBP SSA Offset [03] (DoD effort to scuttle elimination)
SBP SSA Offset [04] (Elimination included in Senate NDAA bill)
SBP SSA Offset [05] (DoD sabotage effort)
SBP SSA Offset [06] (Elimination over the next 3 1/2 years)
SBP SSA Offset [07] (45% effective 1 Apr)
SBP SSA Offset [08] (5% Reduction)
SBP SSA Offset [09] (1 April Decrease)
SBP SSA Offset [10] (No More Offset) 080401
SBP SSDI (Additional $50 Oct 08) 080601
SBP Supplemental Plan – see SSBP
SBP vs. DIC (Comparison)
SBP Withdrawal (Procedure)
SBP Withdrawal [01] (Options) 080401
SBP Withdrawal [02] (100% Disabled) 090915
SBP Withdrawal [03] (Cancellation Consideration) 091015
SC {Service Connected}
Scam – see Business Opportunity
Scam – see IRS Phishing
Scam – see Patient Care Group
Scam – see Phishing
Scam – see Red Cross
Scam – see Social Security
Scam – see Tax Refund
Scam – see TSP
Scam – see Veterans Salute
Scams (BBB 2009 Top 10) 100115
Scams – see Check/Money Order
Scams – see Test prep
Scholarship Application Deadline Season (Online Resource) 080501
Scholarship ThanksUSA (1000 available)
Scholarships – see AL Dependent’s
Scholarships – see DoD Smart
Scholarships – see Illinois
Scholarships – see Military Children
Scholarships – see MOAA
Scholarships for Military Children -(Deadline 16 FEB 05)
Scholarships for Military Youth 2004 (DCA)
Scholarships for Spouses (Applications due 14 APR)
Scholarships: AER (Retired USA Dependents)
Scholarships: AFAS Grants 2004 (4,000 to be awarded)
Scholarships: NMCRS (What’s Available)
SCRA {Servicemembers' Civil Relief Act}
SCSD (Overview)
SCSD – see Pay
SCSD [01] (No longer applicable)
SCSD {Special Compensation Severely Disabled}
SDVI (Overview)
SDVI – see Insurance
SDVI [01] (Application now available online)
SDVI {Service Disabled Veterans Insurance}
SDVOSB {Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business}
SDVOSB Contract Fraud (Disabled Vet Program Abused) 091201
SDVOSB program (Disabled Vet Contracts)
Sears Hometown Stores (Veteran Contest) 100601
Selective Service System [06] (Current Status) 091115
Senate Rules (Clarification) 080701
Senate Vet Action Report NOV 06 (Vet Gains)
Senior Citizen Benefit Cost (Up 24%)
Senior Citizen Divorce (Deciding and Coping) 101115
Senior Corps (Service Opportunities) 080801
Senior Drinking (Health Benefits) 090201
Senior Moments (Dementia Alert?) 080415
Senior Vehicular Fatalities (1974 thru 2007) 090201
Senior’s Benefit Checkup (Additional Assistance)
Senior’s Discounts Website (Could save you some money)
Seniors Benefit Checkup [01] (Web-based Service) 100615
Seniors Healthcare Costs (Big Jump) 100201
Sept 11 Remembrance (Max J. Beilke) 090915
Servicemembers' Civil Relief Act (Right to Sue Denied)
Servicemembers' Civil Relief Act [01] (Private Lawsuits) 091015
SGLI ( http://www.insurance.va.gov/miscellaneous/index.htm )
SGLI [01] (Terminally ill advance payment)
SGLI [02] (New settlement procedure)
SGLI [03] (Additional Time for SGLI Spousal Coverage)
SGLI [04] (Increased coverage proposed)
SGLI [05] (Increased coverage)
SGLI [06] (Premium changes)
SGLI [07] (Beneficiary Options)
SGLI {Servicemen’s Group Life Insurance}
SGLI/VGLI [08] (Premium Reduction) 080415
SGLI/VGLI [09] (House Panel Mulls Changes) 090715
SGLI/VGLI [10] (Sole Beneficiary & Divorce) 100115
SGLI/VGLI Accelerated Benefits (Available To Terminally Ill)
SGLI/VGLI Conversion (Policy)
SGLI/VGLI Payment Restrictions (Misconceptions) 100401
SGR {sustainable growth rate (SGR) formula for Medicare physician reimbursement}
SHAD (Overview)
SHAD – see VA
SHAD [01] (High/low test)
SHAD [02] (Project 112)
SHAD [03] (HR 4259 for new study)
SHAD [04] (Studies Flawed)
SHAD [05] (Chemical Exposed Vets)
SHAD [06] (H.R.5954 Hearings) 080615
SHAD [07] (Low Claim Approval Rate) 080701
SHAD {Shipboard Hazard and Defense}
SHAD Exposed Ships (Listing)
Shingles (Chickenpox Related)
Shingles [01] (Vaccine shows promise)
Shingles [02] (Vaccine Available at VA) 100315
Shingles [03] (Vaccination via Tricare)
Shingles [04] (Tricare Vaccination Coverage)
Shingles [05] (TFL Vaccine Cost)
Shingles [06] (Vaccine Utilization)
Silver Star (3rd Highest Valor Award)
Skilled Nursing Facility (What it is/does)
Sleep Apnea (12 million Americans affected)
Sleep Apnea [01] (46% Early Death Risk) 090901
Sleep Apnea [02] (VA Sees Sharp Rise) 100615
SNAP (Food Assistance) 091115
SNAP [01] (How to Apply) 100701
Snopes ( http://www.snopes.com/military/military.asp )
Social Security – see SSA
Social Security Benefits (Overview)
Social Security Benefits [01] (No Guarantee) 090401
Social Security Debit Card (Introduced Spring 08) 080615
Social Security Debit Cards (Optional) 080901
Social Security for Military [01] (Disability Claims) 090615
Social Security GOP & WEP (Reductions to Benefits) 090601
Social Security Job Openings (2009 Hiring) 090701
Social Security Legislative History (H.R.7260) 100601
Social Security Notch Reform (1947 Births Impacted) 100601
Social Security Reset Option (Major Change Coming) 100915
Social Security Taxation – see Tax
Social Security Taxation [07] (State Income Tax) 090101
Sole Survivor (Assignment Limitations)
Sole Survivor [01] (Who Must Serve)
Sole Survivor [02] (The Hubbard Act) 080501
Sole Survivor [03] (House Passes Bill) 080801
Solomon’s Navy Recreation Center (Lodging/Camping)
South Dakota DVA (Stand Alone DVA Sought) 091201
Southwest Asia Service Medal (Eligibility)
Space "A" (Overview)
Space "A" (Military Guides)
Space "A" (Categories)
Space "A" – see Gray Area
Space "A" Contact Info ( http://www.militaryspot.com/resources/space_a_military_travel/ )
Space "A" Info [01] (Discussion Board) 090601
Space "A" Info [02] (New AMC Website) 090801
Space "A" Info [03] (Reestablished ROK Flights) 100315
Space "A" on Medivac Planes (Reauthorized)
Space "A" Travel Policy (Changes)
Space "A" Travel Policy [01] (Travel Tips) 100601
Space "A" Travel Policy [02] (H.R.5404) 100615
Space "A" Website ( http://amcpublic.scott.af.mil/Spacea/24_203.htm )
Space “A” (More efficient)
Space “A” Dependent CONUS Travel (Proposal)
Space “A” Dependent CONUS Travel [01] (Extended UFN)
Space “A” Dependent CONUS Travel [02] (Could be permanent)
Space “A” for 100% Disabled (Proposed under S.58)
Space “A” Head Tax (2004 Increase)
Space “A” Travel Reduction (Fiscal realities & limited use)
Space “A” Travel Reduction [01] (Pacific route elimination)
Space “A” USAF Lodging Policy (Pri 2 Reservations)
Spam Email (Court Victory)
Special Operations Forces Retirement (Retirement pay increase)
Spin Code Lawsuit (DD-214 Item)
Spinal Decompression Claims (Rarely Honored)
Spoofs (Websites)
SR (Selected Reserve)
SS Retirement Age [01] (Delay Decision)
SSA 1099-SSA (Overview)
SSA Benefit Claim (Parents)
SSA Benefits at Death (What & how to get)
SSA Card (New Assignment Rules)
SSA Change of Address (How to accomplish)
SSA COLA (Net Elimination by 2012)
SSA COLA [01] (Cuts Under Study) 090501
SSA COLA 2006 (Not looking good for retirees)
SSA COLA 2007 (3.3% Increase)
SSA COLA 2008 (Lowest in History)
SSA COLA 2008 (1.4% Forecast)
SSA COLA 2009 (CPI-W vs. CPI-E) 080601
SSA COLA 2009 [01] (5.8 Percent) 081101
SSA COLA 2010 (None Predicted) 090315
SSA COLA 2010 ($250 One-time Payment) 091001
SSA COLA 2010 [02] (Obama wants $250) 091101
SSA COLA 2010 [03] ($250 Opposition) 091101
SSA COLA 2010 [04] (TSCL Survey Results) 100415
SSA COLA 2011 (No Increase) 101101
SSA Commissions (New legislation)
SSA Compassionate Allowances Program (Diseases Covered) 081101
SSA Compassionate Allowances Program [01] (Expedited Claims) 090415
SSA Compassionate Allowances Program [02] -(Hearings) 090801
SSA Compassionate Allowances Program [03] (38 Added) 100301
SSA Congressional Coverage (Who Contributes?)
SSA Data Breach (Another Government Breach)
SSA Death Benefit Lump Sum ($255)
SSA Death Reporting (What to do)
SSA Delayed Retirement Credits -(Extra 1/2% per month)
SSA Direct Deposit (Advantages)
SSA Disability (Overview)
SSA Disability (Criteria)
SSA Disability Advocacy Clinic (Non-attorney representatives)
SSA Disability Claim (568,000 Claims Pending)
SSA Disability Claims [01] (760,000 Pending Review) 081101
SSA Disability Claims [02] (1.3 Million Backlog) 090401
SSA Disability Decisions (How they are made)
SSA Disabled (Job Opportunities)
SSA Divorce Benefits (Eligible if married at least 10 years)
SSA Earnings Limits 2000 (65+ Removed)
SSA Earnings Record Errors (Corrective Action) 090501
SSA Earnings Statement (SSA-1099/1042S) 100115
SSA Enrollment (Criteria)
SSA Forgotten SSN (Obtain with Form 5)
SSA Fraud (How to report)
SSA Fraud Hotline (When to use)
SSA Fund Depletion (Special commission appointed)
SSA Fund Depletion [01] (2042 Prediction)
SSA Fund Depletion [02] (Financial condition deteriorated in 06)
SSA Fund Depletion [03] (Totalization Agreement)
SSA Fund Depletion [04] (Mexico Agreement Released)
SSA Fund Depletion [05] (Depletion Continues)
SSA Fund Depletion [06] (Okay for 75 years) 080901
SSA Fund Depletion [07] (Action Needed Now) 081015
SSA Future Benefits (Where you stand)
SSA Future Benefits [01] (Possible Broken Promise)
SSA Government Pension Offset (Applicable to spouse or widow)
SSA International Agreements (Totalization Agreement) 080715
SSA Lost Or Stolen Check (What to do)
SSA Manila (Profile)
SSA Military (Independent of military retirement pay)
SSA Military Wage Credits (Ended in 2001)
SSA Military Wage Credits [01] (Military service)
SSA Military Wage Credits [02] (1957 thru 2001) 080915
SSA Monetary Benefit (How determined)
SSA Name Change (New law changes criteria)
SSA Name Change [01] (2007 How To)
SSA Newborns (Benefits Available)
SSA OPM Employee’s w/FERS (Hired after 1983)
SSA Overseas Travel (Payments criteria)
SSA Payments Outside U.S. (Who can receive)
SSA Personal Earnings Statement (Available upon request)
SSA Prisoner Rules (Inmate Benefits)
SSA Prisoner Rules [01] (What is not Available) 080615
SSA Projections (Finding Gap)
SSA Projections [01] (2010) 091101
SSA Questionnaire (Sent to overseas residents)
SSA Reduced Benefits (Who’s eligible)
SSA Reduced Benefits [01] (New Retirement Ages) 100501
SSA Reform (Death benefit cut)
SSA Reform [01] (Indexing)
SSA Residency Requirements (Criteria)
SSA Retirement Age (How to Determine FRA) 101015
SSA Retirement Age (Incomers Impact on benefits)
SSA Retirement Application (Applying Online)
SSA Scam (Data Update [Request)
SSA Services Overseas (Office of International Operations)
SSA Signup CONUS (What you need)
SSA Signup Philippines (What you need)
SSA SSN Removal from Government Checks (Effective 1 Jan 04)
SSA SSN Security (What to do)
SSA Status Change (What to report)
SSA Stolen SSN Usage (Impact on benefits)
SSA Taxation (Overview)
SSA Taxation [01] (Citizen & Non-citizen)
SSA Taxation [02] (Nonresident Alien Citizens)
SSA Taxation [03] (U.S./Japan Agreement)
SSA Taxation [04] (Other Income Considerations)
SSA Taxation [05] (NRA Green Card Exemption)
SSA Taxation [06] (After Age 66) 080401
SSA Trust Fund (In Trouble) 080601
SSA Trust Fund [01] (Time Running Out) 090315
SSA Widow(er)'s Benefits (60 or older &50 if disabled)
SSA Work Outside the U.S. (Foreign work test)
SSB {Special Separation Benefits}
SSBP (Overview)
SSBP [01] (Pmts end/Coverage remains)
SSBP {Supplemental SBP}
SSCRA {The Soldiers & Sailors Civil Relief Act}
SSMAC {Soldiers', Sailors', Marines & Airmens' Club}
SSMAC Lodging New York (Inexpensive w/no frills)
SSN Protection Tips (Things you can do)
SSOC {Supplemental Statement of the Case}
SSS (Overview)
SSS [01] (Age 18 must register)
SSS [02] (Up to $250,000 fine)
SSS [03] (2003 - S 89 and HR 163)
SSS [04] (Surviving children eligibility)
SSS [05] (Implementation not recommended)
SSS {Selective Service System}
State of the VA (Shinseki HVAC Testimony) 091101
State Taxation (Personal Services Being Eyed) 100515
State Vet Benefit Changes (Mass-IL-Ohio)
State Vet Organization Support (Michigan Cuts $1M) 091001
State Veteran's Benefits (AK) 100701
State Veteran's Benefits (AR) 100801
State Veteran's Benefits (AZ) 100715
State Veteran's Benefits (AL) 100615
State Veteran's Benefits (CA) 100815
State Veteran's Benefits (CO) 100901
State Veteran's Benefits (CT) 100915
State Veteran's Benefits (DE) 101001
State Veteran's Benefits (FL) 101015
State Veteran's Benefits (GA) 101101
State Veteran's Benefits (HI) 101115
State Veteran's Benefits (ID) 101201
State Veteran's Benefits (IL) 101215
State Veterans Home Program (Overview)
State Veterans Home Program [01] (LTC New Approach)
State Veterans Home Program [02] (Projected Needs) 080401
State Veterans Home Program [03] (Gold Star Parents) 101001
Still Tasty (Keep it or Toss it) 091115
Stolen Valor [26] ** (Solomon Jesus Nasser) 101101
Stolen Valor [27] (Some Lies Have Value) 101115
Stolen Valor [28] (Command Sgt. Maj. John Letuli) 101215
Stolen Valor [29] (David M. Perelman) 101215
Stolen Valor Act – see Military
Stolen Valor Website (New Fraud Tool) 091215
Stop-loss Pay (Retroactive Payments) 090615
Stop-loss Pay [01] (Applications being accepted) 091101
Stop-loss Pay [02] (Processing Delays) 091215
Stop-loss Pay [03] (Some No Longer Eligible) 100115
Stop-loss Pay [04] (10,000 Approved so far) 100315
Stop-loss Pay [05] (120,000 Vets Owed) 100801
Stop-loss Pay [06] (21 OCT Deadline Nears) 101001
Stop-loss Pay [07] (Deadline Extended) 101015
Stop-loss Pay [08] (18 Days Left) 101115
Stroke (Overview)
Stroke [01] (Alert)
Stroke [02] (Aspirin use)
Stroke [03] (Transient ischemic attacks)
Stroke [04] (Symptoms) 090915
Stroke [05] (Treatment) 090915
Student Military Summer Camps (High Schoolers) 100415
Student Veterans of America (New Vet Organization)
Student Veterans of America [01] (Growth Continues) 090915
Sugar Substitutes (Should you use)
Sunburn (Prevention) 090715
Sunburn [01] (Treatment) 090715
Supplemental Appropriations Act (Impact on VA)
Supplemental Security Income (Applicability to Vets) 101115
Surgery to Replace Eyeglasses (No waiting list)
Survivor Benefit Plan – see SBP
Survivor Files (The Mess They Left) 090701
Survivor's File (Is It Up-to-date) 090715
SVA {Student Veterans of America}
SVAC (What it does)
SVAC [01] (5 Bills cleared)
SVAC [02] (Vet Health Care Hearing) 090515
SVAC [03] (Vet Bill Action) 090601
SVAC [04] (Panel Considers Vet Bills) 100601
SVAC [05] (Committee Action 5 AUG) 100815
SVAC {Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee}
Swine Flu (Overview) 090501
Swine Flu [01] (Contagion Period) 091001
System Worth Saving (VAMC Evaluation) 101015

Talking Book Program (Available overseas)
TAMP {Transitional Assistance Management Program}
TAP {Transition Assistance Program}
TAPS (Survivor support)
Taps (National Song of Remembrance) 100301
Taps (Music) (History)
TAPS {Tragedy Assistance Program}
Task Force on Combat Benefits (Inter-Agency)
Tattoo Laser Removal (New techniques available)
Tax Assistance (No Cost) 101015
Tax Burden by State (Rankings)
Tax Burden by State [01] ( http://www.moaa.org/serv/serv_financial/index.htm )
Tax Burden for Alabama Retirees (2009) 090401
Tax Burden for Alaska Retirees (2009) 090501
Tax Burden for Arizona Retirees (2009) 090415
Tax Burden for Arkansas Retirees (2009) 090515
Tax Burden for California Retirees (2009) 090601
Tax Burden for Colorado Retirees (2009) 090615
Tax Burden for Connecticut Retirees (2009) 090701
Tax Burden for DC Retirees (2009) 090801
Tax Burden for Delaware Retirees (2009) 090715
Tax Burden for Florida Retirees (2009) 090815
Tax Burden for Georgia Retirees (2009) 090901
Tax Burden for Hawaii Retirees (2009) 090915
Tax Burden for Idaho Retirees (2009) 091001
Tax Burden for Illinois Retirees (2009) 091015
Tax Burden for Indiana Retirees (2009) 091101
Tax Burden for Iowa Retirees (2009) 091115
Tax Burden for Kansas Retirees (2009) 091201
Tax Burden for Kentucky Retirees (2009) 091215
Tax Burden for Louisiana Retirees (2009) 100101
Tax Burden for Maine Retirees (2009) 100115
Tax Burden for Maryland Retirees (2009) 100201
Tax Burden for Massachusetts Retirees (2009) 100215
Tax Burden for Michigan Retirees (2009) 100301
Tax Burden for Minnesota Retirees (2009) 100315
Tax Burden for Mississippi Retirees (2009) 100401
Tax Burden for Missouri Retirees (2009) 100415
Tax Burden for Montana Retirees (2009) 100501
Tax Burden for Nebraska Retirees (2009) 100515
Tax Burden for Nevada Retirees (2009) 100601
Tax Burden for New Hampshire Retirees (2009) 100615
Tax Burden for New Mexico Retirees (2009) 100701
Tax Burden for New York Retirees (2009) 100715
Tax Burden for North Carolina Retirees (2009) 100801
Tax Burden for North Dakota Retirees (2009) 100815
Tax Burden for Ohio Retirees (2009) 100901
Tax Burden for Oklahoma Retirees (2009) 100915
Tax Burden for Oregon Retirees (2009) 101001
Tax Burden for Pennsylvania Retirees (2009) 101015
Tax Burden for Rhode Island Retirees (2009) 101101
Tax Burden for South Carolina Retirees (2009) 101115
Tax Burden for South Dakota Retirees (2009) 101201
Tax Burden for Tennessee Retirees (2009) 101215
Tax Deduction Wisdom (Standard Deduction) 100115
Tax Deduction Wisdom [01] (Homeowners) 100201
Tax Deduction Wisdom [02] (Deductable Items) 100215
Tax Law Changes (2006) (Summary)
Tax on Negotiated Balances (Credit Cards) 080615
Tax on Vet Firearms (H.R.45/S.2099) 100115
Tax Overseas Filing Obligations (Reporting Requirements)
Tax Overseas Filing Obligations [01] (Residency Criteria) 090601
Tax Tips 2008 (Overview) 090215
Tax Tips 2008 [01] (Homeowners’) 090215
Tax Tips 2008 [02] (Investors’) 090215
Tax Tips 2010 (Year End) 101215
Tax: 2003 Statements via myPay (Availability dates)
Tax: 2007 Changes (Increases/Decreases)
Tax: Anti-Source Law (Must be a resident)
Tax: Arizona (New Tax Credit)
Tax: Armed Services Tax Fairness Act (Overview)
Tax: Attack (Additional taxes levied)
Tax: Audits (Number to Increase)
Tax: Combat Zone Death Reporting (Special tax benefits)
Tax: Deductions (11 Most Overlooked)
Tax: Deductions [OTC Medicine] (Legislation introduced)
Tax: Deployed Reserve Tax Donation – IL (Tax refunds to families)
Tax: Estate Tax RP (Taxable levels)
Tax: Estate Tax USA (Tax Exclusion $625,000)
Tax: Estate Tax USA [01] (Tax Exclusion $2 million)
Tax: Estate Tax USA [02] (Exemptions vary)
Tax: Exemption – NC --(Government retirement benefits)
Tax: Exemption – WV (Military retirement income)
Tax: Expatriate Income Tax (Who must file)
Tax: Fair Tax Act (2003 Bill)
Tax: Fair Tax Act [01] (2007 Bill)
Tax: Federal Excise Tax Refund Credit (2006 tax return)
Tax: Filing Extensions (Overseas)
Tax: Filing Obligations Overseas (Reporting Requirements)
Tax: Florida Property (Disabled vets)
Tax: Florida Property [01] (Discounts)
Tax: Florida Taxes (Summary)
Tax: Home Sale (Exclusion rules)
Tax: Illinois Veteran Home Tax Donation (Donate via IL tax form)
Tax: Income Earned Abroad (Generally taxable)
Tax: Late Filing (Impact)
Tax: Law Changes 2006 (Summary)
Tax: Military Death Benefits (Legislation to eliminate)
Tax: Military Death Benefits (Retroactive payments taxable)
Tax: Missouri Retiree Tax Exemption (Proposed)
Tax: Ohio (Vet Exemptions)
Tax: Oregon (Military retirees)
Tax: Property - TX (Vet tax exemption)
Tax: Refund Scam – see IRS Phishing
Tax: SSA – see SSA Taxation
Tax: State Tax on Personal Income -(Additional expense)
Tax: State Tax on Personal Income [01] (Who Taxes What)
Tax: State Tax on Personal Income [02] (Pensions) 090101
Tax: State Web sites (Info sources)
Tax: Tax Credit for 2006 (Federal excise tax $30/$60)
Tax: Taxation after Discharge (What to plan for)
Tax: Vet Home Tax Donation – IL (Tax refunds to vet homes)
Tax: Withholding (Owe in excess of $1,000 Impact)
Taxation after Discharge [01] (CA Tax-break Plan) 090601
Tax-exempt Status (IRS Form 990N deadline) 101001
TDP {Tricare Dental Program}
TDRL {Temporary Disability Retired List} – see DoD Disability
Telemarketing Call Elimination (50 million registered)
Telemarketing Call Elimination [01] (www.ftc.gov/donotcall)
Telemarketing Call Elimination [02] (Court upholds program)
Telemarketing Call Elimination [03] (Cell Phones not applicable)
Telemarketing Call Elimination [04] (Using a Script)
Telemarketing Call Elimination [05] (139 Million Registered)
Telemarketing Call Elimination [06] (Rules Amended) 080701
Telemarketing Call Elimination [07] (Is the Registry a Joke?) 090901
Telemarketing Call Elimination [08] (09Biennial Report) 100201
Telephone Dialing Tip (Save time & money)
Telephone Menu Bypass (Dial-A-Human) 100601
Temporary Early Retirement Act – see TERA
TERA (Early Retirement Program)
TERA [01] (58,000 Retirees) 080615
Terrorist Attack Preparation (What is Your Plan?)
Test Prep Scams (Red Flags)
Texas Vet Property Tax [01] (Vet Exemption Change) 090715
Texas Veteran Lottery (Starts 9 NOV) 091101
Texas Veteran Tuition (Overview)
Texas Veteran Tuition [01] (Hazlewood Act) 091115
TFL & Medicare (Overseas) 091001
TFL Appointments (How to make) 081101
TFL Billing Problems (2001)
TFL Billing Process (How it works)
TFL Claim Processing (Overview)
TFL Claim Processing [01] (Tricare/Medicare agreement)
TFL Claim Processing [02] (Opt-out provider)
TFL Claim Processing [03] (Opt-out provider claim denial)
TFL Claims Processing Transition (WPS Letter)
TFL Cost Matrix (FY 2010) 091115
TFL Criteria (5 requirements to qualify)
TFL Denied Medicare Claim (Impact on Tricare claim)
TFL Enrollment (Overview)
TFL EOB (Policy reversal)
TFL Facts & Tips (Transition from Tricare)
TFL Facts & Tips [01] (Features & Options)
TFL History (Why Part “B” Required)
TFL Hospital Coverage] (New Patient Policy) 080501
TFL Medicare Enrollment (2002 H.R. 2073 impact)
TFL Medicare Enrollment [01] (Late-enrollment penalty)
TFL Medicare Enrollment [02] (SSA notices mailed Mar 05)
TFL Need-to-Knows (Top 10) 081115
TFL New Contract (WPS Phase in)
TFL Overseas (Tricare Standard rules apply)
TFL Prior to Age 65 (SSA Disability Impact)
TFL Trust Fund (DOT not paying)
TFL Under Age 65 (Medicare-eligibles covered)
TFL Under Age 65 [01] (SSA Disability Impact)
TFMDP {Tricare Family Member Dental Plan}
The Hurt Locker (Sparks Debate Among Vets) 100315
Thrift Savings Plan – see TSP
Thrift Savings Plan YTD 2010 (Dismal May) 100615
Thrift Savings Plan YTD 2010 (July Bounce Back) 100815
Thunderbirds 2007 Show Schedule (Dates & Locations)
Thunderbirds 2008 Show Schedule (Dates & Locations)
TJX Data Breach (Legislation Still Needed)
TMOP (Contract shift)
TMOP [01] (Register online)
TMOP [02] (Users save 66%)
TMOP [03] (Enrollment procedures)
TMOP [04] (Prescription Savings)
TMOP [05] (Zero copay test)
TMOP [06] (Letter Campaign)
TMOP {Tricare Mail Order Pharmacy}
TMOP Faxed Prescriptions (Embedded watermarks)
TMOP Overseas Orders (Prerequisites)
TMOP Prescription Orders (How to place)
TMOP Prescription Orders [01] (Tips on ESI Use) 101115
TMOP Prescription Refill (How to refill)
TMOP Prescription Refill [01] (CA Early Fill Authorization) 090915
Tomb of the Unknowns (Replacement on hold)
Tomb of the Unknowns [01] (Replacement Alternative) 081015
Tomb of the Unknowns [02] (Repair or replace?) 081115
Tomb of the Unknowns [03] (Army Declines Offer) 081215
Tomb of the Unknowns [04] (Replacement Offer Status) 090601
Toxic (Chinese) Drywall (Overview) 091215
Toxic Exposure – see Burn Pit; Camp Lejeune
Trans World Assurance Company (Refund settlement)
Traumatic Amputees (Nam Vet Rehab Research)
Traumatic Brain Injury (VA Treatment Study)
Traumatic Brain Injury [01] (Funding Problem)
Traumatic Brain Injury [02] (VA Program)
Traumatic Brain Injury [03] (Vets Helping Vets)
Traumatic Brain Injury [04] (Rating Changes) 081015
Traumatic Brain Injury [05] (Blast Exposure Database) 081215
Traumatic Brain Injury [06] (Outreach Center Opens) 090201
Traumatic Brain Injury [07] (180,000 Screened Positive) 090315
Traumatic Brain Injury [09] (Purple Heart Policy) 090801
Traumatic Brain Injury [10] (HBOT Study Stalled) 100101
Traumatic Brain Injury [11] (Progesterone Treatment) 100115
Traumatic Brain Injury [12] (Vet Health Care Gap) 100415
Traumatic Brain Injury [13] (Senate Hearing Testimony) 100515
Traumatic Injury Insurance (Payments to increase) 080801
Travel & Lodging – see AFRC Garmisch Partenkirchen
Travel & Lodging – see AFRC Shades of Green
Travel & Lodging – see AFRC Virginia Beach VA
Travel & Lodging – see AFVC
Travel & Lodging – see Anheuser-Busch Theme Parks
Travel & Lodging – see Army Leisure Travel Services
Travel & Lodging – see Australia Vacations
Travel & Lodging – see CNN Attractions
Travel & Lodging – see Fourth Cliff Recreation Area
Travel & Lodging – see Grand Canyon
Travel & Lodging – see Great Pond
Travel & Lodging – see Great Pond
Travel & Lodging – see Kilauea Military Camp
Travel & Lodging – see Marines' Memorial Association
Travel & Lodging – see Military Lodging
Travel & Lodging – see Military Travel Discounts
Travel & Lodging – see MWR
Travel & Lodging – see MWR Discount Broadway Tickets
Travel & Lodging – see Navy Lodge
Travel & Lodging – see Solomon’s Navy Recreation Center
Travel & Lodging – see SSMAC
Travel & Lodging Sources (Active duty & Retirees)
Travel & Vacation – see Armed Forces Vacation Club
Travel Discounts for Seniors & Vets (Always ask)
Travel Immunizations (What to Get)
Travel Packing Tips (Making it easier)
Travel Registration w/State Dept (Online)
TRDP (Overview)
TRDP [01] (Mandatory enrollment now 1 yr)
TRDP [02] (Benefit increased to $1200)
TRDP [03] (Enhanced program)
TRDP [04] (Dental premium increase)
TRDP [05] (Overseas Availability)
TRDP [06] (Overseas Program Expansion) 080915
TRDP [07] (Rate Changes) 091115
TRDP [08] (Tooth Loss Options) 100101
TRDP {Tricare Retiree Dental Program}
TRDP Reserve Eligibility (Includes gray area reservist & family)
TRDP Reserve Eligibility [01] (Prerequisites)
Tricare & OHI (Claim Processing) 090315
Tricare & VA Combined Care (New proposed rule)
Tricare & VA Use Options (Non-service Related Care) 100401
Tricare 26 (Premium Amendment) 100801
Tricare 26 [01] (Dependent on NDAA) 101001
Tricare After Hours Care (Emergency & Urgent) 081115
Tricare Alaska Provider Pmts (Higher authorized rates)
Tricare Allowable Charges: (New executive order)
Tricare Ambulance Services (Overall Coverage)
Tricare Ambulance Services [01] (Coverage Prerequisites)
Tricare Anencephaly Abortion (Cannot be claimed)
Tricare Anesthetic Coverage Expansion (Special needs patients)
Tricare Autism Care (Demonstration Project) 080501
Tricare Autism Services Demonstration (Program Extended) 100501
Tricare Back Surgery (Policy Change) 080715
Tricare Behavioral Health Care (Access easy and convenient)
Tricare Behavioral Health Resource Guide (Available Online) 090515
Tricare Beneficiary Rights & Responsibilities (Overview) 090315
Tricare Beneficiary Website (Info Resource) 090415
Tricare Breast Cancer MRI’s (Coverage Added)
Tricare Breast Cancer MRI's [01] (Locations) 100815
Tricare Cancer Trials (Permanent Benefit)
Tricare Catastrophic Cap (Refund Locations)
Tricare Catastrophic Cap [01] (Variables)
Tricare Catastrophic Cap [02] (How it works)
Tricare Catastrophic Cap [03] (1 OCT Reset)
Tricare Computers Hacked (14,000 files accessed)
Tricare Contact Data 2004 (By region)
Tricare Cost Share Waiver Illegal (Supplemental insurance scheme)
Tricare Coverage (Overview)
Tricare Coverage [01] (Guaranteed Coverage)
Tricare CRSC Travel Pay (Overview) 100501
Tricare Data Breach – TriWest (Systemic problems)
Tricare Data Breach – TriWest [01] (Current status)
Tricare Data Breach [01] (Identity Theft Unlikely)
Tricare Data Breach [02] (Another Breach)
Tricare Deductible (Copay waiver Illegal)
Tricare Deductible [01] (New Rule for RC) 080815
Tricare Delphi Council (What it is/does)
Tricare Dental Program [01] (Eligibility & Enrollment) 090115
Tricare Dental Program [02] (Benefits & Costs) 090115
Tricare ECHO (Overview) 090301
Tricare ECHO [01] (Cap Increase) 090301
Tricare Emergency Facility Use (Claim submission prerequisites)
Tricare Employer Health Plans (1 JAN stop date)
Tricare Employer Health Plans [01] (Final Rule Published) 100501
Tricare End-Stage Renal Support (Demo enrollment)
Tricare Enrollment – see DEERS
Tricare EOBs (Policy change)
Tricare EOBs [01] (TFL policy reversal)
Tricare EOBs [02] (TFL Digital Conversion)
Tricare EOBs [03] (On Line Access)
Tricare EOBs [04] (Pharmacy) 100101
Tricare Fact Sheets (What's available)
Tricare Fees Overseas (Action Alert) 080615
Tricare Flu Immunization (Get it now)
Tricare Flu Shots (Referral/authorization waived) 091101
Tricare for Retired Reservists (Eligibility)
Tricare Funding Change (DOD's viewpoint)
Tricare Gray Area Retirees (H.R.6185)
Tricare Gray area Retirees [01] (Entry Delay) 091201
Tricare Gray Area Retirees [01] (Premiums)
Tricare Gray Area Retirees [02] (Entry Delay)
Tricare Gray Area Retirees [03] (Pricier than TRS) 100201
Tricare Gray Area Retirees [04] (Cost Still Uncertain) 100401
Tricare Gray Area Retirees [05] (Premium Rates Unknown) 100515
Tricare Gray Area Retirees [06] (More Delays) 100801
Tricare Handbook [01] (New issue)
Tricare Handbook [02] (DEC 09 e-Version) 100215
Tricare Hearing Aids (Active duty)
Tricare Hearing Aids [01] (Retirees)
Tricare Help (100415) 100415
Tricare Help (100401) 100401
Tricare Help (100315) 100315
Tricare Help (Q & A) 100301
Tricare Help While Traveling (Where to go)
Tricare Hospice Care (Coverage)
Tricare Hospital Payment System (Change Delayed) 090215
Tricare Hospital Selection in PI (Verify First) 080701
Tricare in the Philippines (Retirees) 100601
Tricare in the Philippines (18 FEB 08 Briefing)
Tricare in the Philippines (Why problems currently exist)
Tricare in the Philippines [01] (Locating authorized providers)
Tricare Infertility Treatments (Coverage) 090601
Tricare Information Service (Telephone assistance)
Tricare Inpatient Rates (Increases)
Tricare Lap-Band Surgery (Now Available)
Tricare Management Activity (New Leadership) 090801
Tricare Management Activity [01] (Relocation Plans) 100801
Tricare Maternity Care (Coverage)
Tricare Maternity Care [01] (Ultrasound change)
Tricare Maternity Care [02] (Ultrasound Coverage) 091215
Tricare Maternity Considerations (Significant improvements)
Tricare Medicaid Coverage (Tricare Primary Payer) 080601
Tricare Meeting w/Coalition (Quarterly meeting planned)
Tricare Member Choice Center (New program)
Tricare Mental Health Care (Access Problems) 100415
Tricare Military Clinic Locator (Online) 100501
Tricare MTF Locator (Updated)
Tricare Natural Disaster Resource (New web site)
Tricare Newborn/Adoptee Registration (Action to take)
Tricare News [01] (IOP/Tri+/Nursing Home) 090615
Tricare News via Email (Subscription Data) 080901
Tricare Nexium Copay Lowered (Now only $3.00)
Tricare Non-Availability Statements (No longer needed)
Tricare Nursing Home Coverage (Overview)
Tricare Nursing Home Coverage [01] (Clarification) 090601
Tricare Nursing Home Coverage [02] (Preauthorization) 100701
Tricare Obesity Treatment (Limited to 3 types)
Tricare Obesity Treatment [01] (Demo project)
Tricare One Year Limit (Overseas 2008 Waiver) 081201
Tricare Online [01] (Personal Health Record) 100801
Tricare Osteopathic Therapy Coverage (Chiropractic services not allowed)
Tricare OTC Demonstration Project (2 Year test)
Tricare OTC Demonstration Project [01] (Extended) 091115
Tricare Overseas Claims [01] (Filing Extension) 090201
Tricare Overseas Fraud/Abuse [01] (Still a Problem) 090101
Tricare Overseas Fraud/Abuse [02] (PI Indictment Dropped) 100801
Tricare Overseas Fraud/Abuse TMA Letter (EOB verification sought)
Tricare Overseas Phone Numbers (Many toll free)
Tricare Overseas Program (Point-of-service)
Tricare Overseas Program [01] (PI Satellite Office) 080715
Tricare Overseas Program [01] (Tricare4U Site Replaced) 100915
Tricare Overseas Program [02] (New contract) 091101
Tricare Overseas Program [02] (Finding Network Providers) 101201
Tricare Overseas Program [03] (Transition Letters) 100801
Tricare Pacific (Authorized PI provider lists)
Tricare Pacific Authorizations (Mental/Physical therapy)
Tricare Pacific Registration (On line registration)
Tricare Pharmacy Copay [01] Increase Impact on Savings)
Tricare Panama Rates (New Provider Fee Schedule) 090215
Tricare Parent Care (Coverage) 091215
Tricare Patient Stats (2009) 101015
Tricare Pharmacy – see Tricare OTC
Tricare Pharmacy Copay for OHI (Paper claim submission required)
Tricare Pharmacy Generics Policy (2005 medical necessity criteria)
Tricare Pharmacy Paper Claim (Paper trail to end)
Tricare Pharmacy Policy (Providing medications)
Tricare Pharmacy Policy [01] (Mail Order Inducements)
Tricare Pharmacy Policy [02] (Medicare Part “D” Impact)
Tricare Pharmacy Policy [03] (Walgreens) 081115
Tricare Pharmacy Policy [04] (Mail-Order/Retail Contacts) 091115
Tricare Pharmacy Policy [05] (Home Delivery Option) 101015
Tricare Pharmacy Policy [05] (Home Delivery Option) 101015
Tricare Pharmacy Rates – see Tri: Uniform Formulary
Tricare Pharmacy Search Tool (New formulary locator)
Tricare Physician Availability (Declining) 081201
Tricare Physician Availability [01] (Nurse Practitioners) 090301
Tricare PI Fee Schedule (New 1 NOV 08) 081115
Tricare Plus [01] (Primary care only)
Tricare Preventive Health Program (TFL Excluded) 080515
Tricare Preventive Health Program [01] (Copay Waiver) 090715
Tricare Preventive Health Program [02] (Reimbursement) 090901
Tricare Preventive Health Program [03] (Flu Shot Coverage) 100915
Tricare Prime (Advantages & disadvantages)
Tricare Prime [03] (Right of First Refusal) 090201
Tricare Prime [04] (Rule Enforcement) 090615
Tricare Prime [05] (Survey Results) 090715
Tricare Prime [06] (Travel Waivers) 090915
Tricare Prime [07] (Eye Exams) 100115
Tricare Prime Allotment (New option)
Tricare Prime Allotment [01] (Available thru retiree pay)
Tricare Prime Allotment [02] (Pay by allotment)
Tricare Prime Allotment [03] (2010 Payments) 090315
Tricare Prime Networks (Too costly to keep)
Tricare Prime Premium Allotments (Available to retirees)
Tricare Prime Remote (What it is)
Tricare Prime Travel Impact (50% cost share)
Tricare Prime Travel Reimbursement (100 miles +)
Tricare Prior Authorization (Requirements) 080615
Tricare Problems Investigated (Committee hearing held)
Tricare Problems Investigated [01] (Admin hassles & low payments)
Tricare Provider Availability [01] (2007 Survey Results) 080415
Tricare Provider Tax Credit (Oregon)
Tricare Providers (Types)
Tricare RC Family Demo Benefit (Extended to 31 Oct 07)
Tricare Region North (Transition completed)
Tricare Region South (Completion of the Region realignment)
Tricare Region Transition Tips (Points of contact)
Tricare Region West (Transition complete)
Tricare Regional Contracts (T3 Benefits Initiated) 090801
Tricare Regional Contracts [01] (Q&A) 090801
Tricare Regional Contracts [02] (Transition Halted) 090901
Tricare Regional Contracts [03] (GAO upholds appeal) 091101
Tricare Regional Contracts [04] (Health Net Protest Upheld) 091201
Tricare Regional Contracts [05] (No changes in 2010) 100201
Tricare Regional Contracts [06] (Aetna Terminated) 100515
Tricare Reimbursement Rates (2007 Changes)
Tricare Reimbursement Rates [01] (Higher Copays)
Tricare Reimbursement Rates [02] (Overseas) 080515
Tricare Reserve Select [01] (Change to include all ruled out of order)
Tricare Reserve Select [02] (3000 reserves enrolled)
Tricare Reserve Select [03] (8.5% premium increase)
Tricare Reserve Select [04] (Costly for users)
Tricare Reserve Select [05] (Begins 1 OCT)
Tricare Reserve Select [06] (TRS Publications Issued)
Tricare Reserve Select [07] (Revamped program)
Tricare Reserve Select [08] (Continuation coverage)
Tricare Reserve Select [09] (Reservists Overcharged)
Tricare Reserve Select [10] (Permanent Benefit) 081015
Tricare Reserve Select [11] (Premium Decrease) 081201
Tricare Reserve Select [12] (2010 Enrollment) 091201
Tricare Reserve Select [13] (Sign Up for Details) 100801
Tricare Reserve Select Rules (Non-mobilized Reserve Tricare)
Tricare Reserve/Guard Buy In (HR 3365 provisions approved)
Tricare Reserve/Guard Buy In [01] (SA 5281) 081015
Tricare Retail Pharmacy Program (Use Criteria)
Tricare Retail Pharmacy Program [01] (Transitional problems)
Tricare Retail Pharmacy Program [02] (Medical necessity criteria)
Tricare Retail Pharmacy Program [03] (New Law Impact) 080915
Tricare Retail Pharmacy Program [04] (Combined with TMOP) 091001
Tricare Retail Pharmacy Rebates ($450 million owed)
Tricare Retention at 65 (Medicare’s Impact)
Tricare Retired Reserve (Gray Area Coverage) 100101
Tricare Retired Reserve [02] (Rates Published) 100815
Tricare Retired Reserve [03] (Costs) 100915
Tricare Rx Drug Dispute (Mail order vs. retail)
Tricare Rx Drug Dispute [01] (No 2007 discount)
Tricare Rx Drug Dispute [02] (Discounts Now Authorized) 090915
Tricare School Physical Coverage (Age 5 to 12 allowed)
Tricare Selection Considerations (Employer Policies) 080501
Tricare Self Assessment (C+ or B-) 090101
Tricare Service Center (How to Locate) 090601
Tricare Sitrep MAR 05 (Physician/facility availability diminishing)
Tricare Skilled Nursing & LTC – see Tricare Nursing Home Coverage
Tricare Step Therapy Regime (Sleep aids experiment)
Tricare Smoking Quitline (24/7 Assistance) 100701
Tricare Social Media (Communication Source Expansion) 100201
Tricare Supplemental Ins [03] (New Law Clarification) 080415
Tricare Supplemental Insurance (NDAA 01 Impact)
Tricare Supplemental Insurance [01] (Factors to consider)
Tricare Supplemental Insurance [02] (Cafeteria plans)
Tricare Supplemental Insurance [04] (Pre-tax Benefit) 100715
Tricare Supplemental Insurers (Listing)
Tricare Survivor Benefit (Enhanced benefits)
Tricare Survivor Benefit [01] (NDAA 06 Impact)
Tricare Survivor Benefit [02] (Lifetime Coverage) 090215
Tricare Suspicious Calls (Surveys) 101001
Tricare TAMP (Extended to 180 days)
Tricare Tax Free Premiums (Bills introduced Mar 05)
Tricare Tax Free Premiums [01] (Anticipated Vet Savings)
Tricare Tax Free Premiums [02] (Cosponsors needed)
Tricare Tax Free Premiums [03] (Bill Reintroduced) 090301
Tricare Telephone Numbers (By Category) 090415
Tricare Telephone Survey (Input requested)
Tricare Third Tier Rx (Standby for some higher copays)
Tricare TMOP (Overseas)
Tricare TOP TFL (Overseas use)
Tricare T-Pharm Contract (Solicitation Cancelled)
Tricare TRDP (Overview)
Tricare TRDP [01] (1999 rate increase)
Tricare TRDP [02] (2002 rate increase)
Tricare TRDP [03] (2006 rate increase)
Tricare Triwest RC Resource Center (Website for Reserves)
Tricare Uniform Formulary [01] (Nexium & Teveten copays)
Tricare Uniform Formulary [02] (Non-formulary additions)
Tricare Uniform Formulary [03] (Impotency drugs included in 3Rx)
Tricare Uniform Formulary [04] (New meds added to formulary)
Tricare Uniform Formulary [05] (Bad news for senior retirees)
Tricare Uniform Formulary [06] (3 added – 16 deleted)
Tricare Uniform Formulary [07] (More drugs proposed)
Tricare Uniform Formulary [08] (Tier Changes)
Tricare Uniform Formulary [09] (3rd tier list)
Tricare Uniform Formulary [10] (Tier Changes)
Tricare Uniform Formulary [11] (Tier Changes)
Tricare Uniform Formulary [12] (Tier Changes)
Tricare Uniform Formulary [13] (Tier Changes)
Tricare Uniform Formulary [14] (90 Days Insufficient)
Tricare Uniform Formulary [15] (Tier Changes)
Tricare Uniform Formulary [16] (Tier Changes)
Tricare Uniform Formulary [17] (Beneficiary Input Procedure)
Tricare Uniform Formulary [18] (More Tier Changes)
Tricare Uniform Formulary [19] (Tier Changes)
Tricare Uniform Formulary [20] (More DoD Proposals)
Tricare Uniform Formulary [21] (Changes Announced)
Tricare Uniform Formulary [22] (Change Announcement)
Tricare Uniform Formulary [23] (More $22 Drugs)
Tricare Uniform Formulary [24] (Change Announcements)
Tricare Uniform Formulary [25] (JUL Recommendations) 080801
Tricare Uniform Formulary [26] (BAP Mtg Results) 081015
Tricare Uniform Formulary [27] (Seven 3rd Tier Proposals) 090201
Tricare Uniform Formulary [28] (Blood Glucose Test Strips) 090415
Tricare Uniform Formulary [29] (Inhaler Medications) 090415
Tricare Uniform Formulary [30] (AUG Recommendations) 090815
Tricare Uniform Formulary [31] (Federal Pricing Impact) 091015
Tricare Uniform Formulary [32] (BAP 24 SEP Comments) 091015
Tricare Uniform Formulary [33] (New Search Tool) 100715
Tricare Uniform Formulary [34] (BAP Recommendations) 100801
Tricare Uniform Formulary [35] (BAP SEP Comments) 101115
Tricare Unremarried Former Spouses – see Tricare URFS
Tricare URFS (Overview) 080915
Tricare URFS [01] (DEERS Verification) 080915
Tricare User Fee (Under review)
Tricare User Fee [01] (Big increases proposed)
Tricare User Fee [02] (Endorsed by Joint Chiefs)
Tricare User Fee [03] (Savings questionable)
Tricare User Fee [04] (Letters to the president)
Tricare User Fee [05] (Increase details)
Tricare User Fee [06] (Proposal reactions)
Tricare User Fee [07] (AFSA comments)
Tricare User Fee [08] (A step backward)
Tricare User Fee [09] (HASC opposition)
Tricare User Fee [10] (HR 4949 blocking bill)
Tricare User Fee [11] (Amendment rejected)
Tricare User Fee [12] (S.2617 introduced)
Tricare User Fee [13] (On hold till JAN 08)
Tricare User Fee [14] (DoD still wants)
Tricare User Fee [15] (DoD Increase Press)
Tricare User Fee [16] (H.R. 4949 Introduced)
Tricare User Fee [17] (Hikes Inevitable)
Tricare User Fee [18] (DoD Ups the Ante)
Tricare User Fee [19] (S.605 Introduced)
Tricare User Fee [20] (Proposed Increase)
Tricare User Fee [21] (Proposed DoD Budget)
Tricare User Fee [22] (Pharmacy Copays)
Tricare User Fee [23] (SASC Rejects Increase)
Tricare User Fee [24] (Vet Groups Alleged Support) 080401
Tricare User Fee [24] (Vet Groups Alleged Support) 080315
Tricare User Fee [25] (Vet Increase Support Varies) 080415
Tricare User Fee [26] (Conditions for Support) 080501
Tricare User Fee [27] (Woes Demand Action) 080801
Tricare User Fee [28] (CBO Report Options) 090115
Tricare User Fee [29] (Increase Prevention Bill) 090215
Tricare User Fee [30] (Budget Committee Review) 090215
Tricare User Fee [31] (No Decision Yet) 090215
Tricare User Fee [32] (Pentagon Committee Report) 090301
Tricare User Fee [33] (TFL Rumored Cuts) 090301
Tricare User Fee [34] (HASC Budget Flexibility Impact) 090401
Tricare User Fee [35] (DoD Hikes Expected) 090415
Tricare User Fee [36] (Gate’s Game Plan) 090501
Tricare User Fee [37] (No 2010 Increase) 090515
Tricare User Fee [38] (Growth Anticipated) 090615
Tricare User Fee [39] (Increases Inevitable) 090701
Tricare User Fee [40] (NDAA Amendment) 090815
Tricare User Fee [41] (DoD/Obama Renig) 091015
Tricare User Fee [42] (Freeze Expired Sep 09) 091015
Tricare User Fee [43] (Chain E-mail Claim) 091115
Tricare User Fee [44] (DSD Increase Response) 091215
Tricare User Fee [45] (No Increase in 2011) 100215
Tricare User Fee [46] (Increases Inevitable) 100401
Tricare User Fee [47] (Higher Fees Urged) 100515
Tricare User Fee [48] (Gates' Retiree Challenge) 100515
Tricare User Fee [49] (Structure Needs Overhaul) 100515
Tricare User Fee [50] (Substantial Increases Requested) 100701
Tricare User Fee [51] (Secretary Robert Gates Plan) 100815
Tricare User Fee [52] (More on Gate's Plan) 100901
Tricare User Fee [53] (SECDEF Wants Change) 100915
Tricare User Fee [54] (MOAA on SECDEF Comments) 100915
Tricare User Fee [55] (AF COS Position) 101101
Tricare User Fee [56] (Debt Panel Proposals) 101201
Tricare User Fee [57] (Less Solid Ground) 101215
Tricare Vaccines (No Out-of-Pocket Expense) 100101
Tricare Viagra Coverage (Guidelines)
Tricare Vision Benefits (Eligibility)
Tricare Vision Benefits [01] (Coverage) 090615
Tricare Website (Revamped)
Tricare Weight Options (Coverage) 091001
Tricare WIC Overseas Program (What it is)
Tricare/CHAMPUS Fraud (PI 1999Indictments)
Tricare/CHAMPUS Fraud [01] (PI 2001 Convictions)
Tricare/CHAMPUS Fraud [02] (Health Visions Indictment)
Tricare/CHAMPUS Fraud [03] (Medco $155 million settlement)
Tricare/CHAMPUS Fraud [04] (HVC pleads guilty)
Tricare/CHAMPUS Fraud [05] (PI Claim Payment Suspensions)
Tricare/CHAMPUS Fraud [06] ($40 million lawsuit)
Tricare/CHAMPUS Fraud [07] ($100+ million in PI) 080501
Tricare/CHAMPUS Fraud [08] (HV to Pay $100 million) 080501
Tricare/CHAMPUS Fraud [09] (PI Scamming Continues) 080501
Tricare/CHAMPUS Fraud [10] (Greenbelt MD $247K) 080515
Tricare/CHAMPUS Fraud [11] (5 years for $100M) 080701
Tricare/CHAMPUS Fraud [12] (Retribution) 080701
Tricare/CHAMPUS Fraud [13] (Indictments Dismissed) 090301
Tricare/CHAMPUS Fraud [14] (Honolulu HI) 090615
Tricare/CHAMPUS Fraud [15] ($4.7 Billion Estimated) 090715
Tricare/Medicare Combined Benefit (Under 65) 081101
TRICARE4U (Mandatory Password Update) 090501
Trichloroethylene (TCE) Exposure (Impact on Humans)
TriWest Lung Health Service (COPD) 091115
TRRx – see Tricare Retail Pharmacy Program
TRS – see Tricare Reserve Select
TSA Data Breach (Privacy officials meet)
TSA Guidance for Passengers (International Flights to U.S.) 100715
TSGLI (Only $1 more)
TSGLI [01] (Pay Out Retroactive)
TSGLI [02] (Benefits Expand) 081215
TSGLI {Traumatic Servicemembers Group Life Insurance}
TSP (Overview)
TSP [01] (Open season 1 OCT thru 31 DEC)
TSP [02] (Open season elimination)
TSP [03] (Contribution Limits)
TSP [04] (Data security review)
TSP [05] (Cash out upon retirement)
TSP [06] (Legislative agenda 2007)
TSP [07] (Contribution limits raised)
TSP [08] (Hackers steal $35,000)
TSP [09] (Designating Beneficiaries) 090301
TSP [10] (Automatic Enrollment Bill) 090315
TSP [11] (Slide Tax Impact) 090315
TSP [12] (Roth Option Status) 090615
TSP [13] (Mutual Fund option) 091115
TSP [14] (Fund Slide) 100301
TSP [15] (Automatic Enrollment Begins) 100815
TSP [16] (AUG 2010 Results Poor) 100915
TSP [17] (OCT 2010 Stays Black) 101115
TSP {Thrift Savings Plan}
TSP Scam (Where to call)
Tuberculosis (Overview) 081015
Tuberculosis [01] (Philippine Alert) 081015
Tuition – see Vet Educational Benefits
Tuition Aid for RC (Summary by State)
Tuition Waiver Denials - TX (Immigrant Vets)
TV Analog to Digital Conversion (Did you know?)
Twilight Brigade (Do Not Die Alone)
Two-Parent Consent Law (New criteria for minor’s passports)

U of U Hospital Data Breach (2.2 million @ Risk) 080615
U.S. & Japan Social Security Agreement (Double taxation eliminated)
U.S. Cadet Nurse Corps (VA Recognition Sought) 091201
U.S. Citizenship for Enlistees (Expedited citizenship in 1 yr)
U.S. Embassy Manila Holidays (Days of Closure) 090201
U.S. Naval Academy (History) 100701
U.S. Naval Academy [01] (Financial Scandal) 100701
U.S. Naval Academy [02] (Dismissal Accelerated) 100801
U.S. Passport Policy [01] (New Travel Requirement)
U.S. Savings Bonds (Accountability)
U.S. Savings Bonds [01] (Cashing)
U.S. Savings Bonds [02] (Replacement)
U.S. Savings Bonds [03] (Online Access)
U.S. Savings Bonds [04] (Ownership lawsuit) 091101
U.S. Savings Bonds [05] (Redemption Problems) 091201
U.S. Savings Bonds [06] ($17B Unclaimed Series E) 091215
U.S. Savings Bonds [07] (DFAS Allotments to Stop) 100715
U.S. Savings Bonds [08] (Paper Bond Policy Change) 100901
U.S. War Dogs Monument (Approved by Pentagon) 100301
UK Entry Clearance Requirement (Effective 13 JAN 04)
Unapproved Prescription Drugs (No FDA Master List) 081201
Unclaimed Money (Pensions/Refunds)
Unclaimed Money [01] ($16 Billion)
Unclaimed Money [02] (Investor’s Claims Funds) 090801
Unclaimed Money [03] (State Held) 090915
Unclaimed Money [04] ($33 Billion) 100601
Unconditional Surrender Statue (Now in San Diego)
Unified Medical Command (Jan 07 Target Date)
Unified Medical Command [01] (Rejected)
Uniform Wearing (Federal Law) 081101
Uniform Wearing [01] (Halloween) 081115
Uniform Wearing [02] (Service’s Position) 081115
United Nations Memorial Wall (Contains 40,895 Names)
United Nations Memorial Wall [01] (Korean Tours)
Urban Legends (New Articles) 090415
Urban Legends [01] (Oldies but Goodies) 090501
Urinary Incontinence (Common in Older Men) 100901
US Embassy Manila [01] (Vet Service Improvements) 101201
US Misery Index (10 Worst Cities) 100915
US Navy Veterans Association (Steeped in Secrecy) 100401
US Navy Veterans Association [01] (Director Charged) 101101
USA Women's History Museum (Expansion Completed) 100415
USAA Phishing Scam (Warning) 101215
USAF Early Retirements (Applications by 1 SEP)
USAF E-Mail for Life (New System)
USAF E-Mail for Life [01] (First Step)
USAF Records Access Change (Discharges after 1 OCT 04)
USAF Reserve Retirement (Submission Guidelines)
USAF Retiree Funerals (Policy Changes)
USAF Return to Active Duty (Programs) 081201
USCG Cell Phone *CG Use (Change in policy)
USCG Retirement Certificates (Mailings Delayed) 100315
USCG WWII Vet Outreach Campaign (Oral histories requested)
USCG/NOAA Personnel Locator (Retiree) 091101
USERRA (Rights if called up)
USERRA [01] (Vet employment rights)
USERRA [02] (Know your rights)
USERRA [03] (OSC vs. VETS)
USERRA [04] (25% Vets Dissatisfied)
USERRA [05] (Sole Jurisdiction of DOL)
USERRA [06] (Proposed Legislation) 080815
USERRA [07] (Vet Awarded $118,000) 090415
USERRA [08] (RC Personnel Targeted Layoffs) 090615
USERRA [09] (House Passes H.R.466) 090615
USERRA [10] (Law’s Reservist Protections) 100201
USERRA {Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act}
USFHP (Enrollment Criteria)
USFHP (Uniformed Services Family Health Program)
USFHP [01] (TRICARE Prime option)
USFHP [02] (Tricare Prime option) 090715
USFSPA & Divorce (Retired pay marital property)
USFSPA & Divorce [01] (10-year-rule proposal)
USFSPA & Divorce [02] (Litigation Tactics) 080815
USFSPA & Divorce [03] (Government Missteps) 090101
USFSPA & Divorce [04] (Iowa Bill 170) 090301
USFSPA & Divorce [04] (TDRL Precedent) 090301
USFSPA & Divorce [05] (Oklahoma H.1053) 090401
USFSPA & Divorce [06] (HB 1053 Status) 090615
USFSPA & Divorce [07] (HASC Hearing Request) 090615
USFSPA & Divorce [08] (How it Began) 090701
USFSPA & Divorce [09] (DFAS Stats 7/14/09) 090815
USFSPA & Divorce [10] (CA SB.285) 091015
USFSPA & Divorce [11] (Maryland H.B.1359) 100315
USFSPA & Divorce [12] (Oklahoma H.B.1053) 100415
USFSPA & Divorce [13] (AZ H.B.2348 Signed) 100501
USFSPA & Divorce [14] (Oklahoma H.B.1053) 100615
USFSPA & Divorce [15] (Iowa VSO Jailed) 100901
USFSPA & Divorce [16] ** (Vets Turn to State Legislatures) 101001
USFSPA {Uniform Services Former Spouses Protection Act}
USFSPA Lawsuit (Elimination of the post-divorce pay increases)
USFSPA Lawsuit [01] (Lawsuit to reform or repeal act)
USFSPA Lawsuit [02] (Legal team hired)
USFSPA Lawsuit [03] (Will file early 2004)
USFSPA Lawsuit [04] (Divorcees go to court)
USFSPA Lawsuit [05] (Sept 10 court date)
USFSPA Lawsuit [06] (Motion Heard-But Not Decided)
USFSPA Lawsuit [07] (Federal Court dismisses case)
USFSPA Lawsuit [08] (3 of 4 claims dismissed)
USFSPA Lawsuit [09] (Rumsfeld unaware of policy)
USFSPA Lawsuit [10] (NMFA comments)
USFSPA Lawsuit [11] (Supreme Court Appeal Next)
USFSPA Lawsuit [12] (Supreme Court Petitioned)
USFSPA Lawsuit [13] (Supreme Court Rejection)
USMC Commemorative Coin (Struck 25 May 05)
USMC Commemorative Coin [01] (How to obtain)
USMC Involuntary Recall (Individual Ready Reserve)
USMC Personal Data Breach (Another laptop lost)
USMC Reenlistment Offered (Former Marines Eligible)
USMC Retirement Guide (Availability)
USMC Stamps (Availability)
USN Normandy Monument (Recognition oversight)
USN/USMC Email Access (Removed from official sites)
USO (New DC Airport Lounge)
USO [01] (Ontario CA Center) 101001
USPS Express Mail (Service details)
USS Iwo Jima Katrina Support (CO’s comments on involvement)
USS Olympia Museum (Closing Imminent) 101101
Utah Property Tax Interpretation (Disabled vets irked) 091101
Utah Veterans Homes [02] (Cedar City Commits Land) 100401

VA - How to File a Claim [01] (Online Now Authorized) 080801
VA – see AO
VA – see Foreign Medical Program
VA & 109th Congress (CRS Report)
VA Adaptive Housing (New temporary living benefit)
VA Adaptive Housing [01] (Compromise bill)
VA Advisory Committees (Overview) 091001
VA AFGE Suit (Physician pay dispute)
VA Aids Care Eligible to Enroll) 010401
VA Aids Care [01] (Testing Delay Complications) 071115
VA Aids Care [02] (HIV Testing) 090915
VA Aids Care [03] (New Routine Medical Care) 100715
VA Aids Care [04] (Positive Test Results) 100801
VA Aids Care [05] (Positive Results Treatment) 100815
VA Alert VAS Alert (Copycat website)
VA Appeal Process (Sep 03 Rulings)
VA Appeals (Overview)
VA Appeals [01] (Process Rulings)
VA Appeals [02] (Court Backlog)
VA Appeals [03] (Dealing with Backlog)
VA Appeals [04] (Vet Lawyer Disbarment) 080701
VA Appeals [05] (Vet Consortium Pro Bono Program) 090115
VA Appeals [06] (Process Checklist) 101201
VA Appeals [07] (Submission Steps) 101201
VA Application for Health Benefits (Online Form 10-10EZ) 100515
VA Appointments (SC priority access)
VA Appointments [01] (Taking longer to get)
VA Appointments [02] (Longer waiting times)
VA Appointments [03] (30+ Day Delay Status)
VA Appointments [04] (Unfilled appointments) 090115
VA Appointments [05] (Project in Trouble) 090415
VA Appointments [06] (Millions Wasted) 090901
VA Automatic Enrollment (H.R.3441) 091015
VA AVIVA (Next-generation of VistA) 100315
VA Benefit Rolls (Sep 2007) 080601
VA Benefits (Informing Vets) 081215
VA Benefits [Advisory Committee] (Membership) 081015
VA Benefits [Guide] (2008 Issue)
VA Benefits [Pamphlet] (Quick source)
VA Benefits [Pension] - see Veterans Pension
VA Benefits [Woman] (Same as males)
VA Benefits [Woman] [01] (VA reaches out to women vets)
VA Benefits Advisory Committee [01] (QOL Compensation) 100901
VA Benefits Assistance (Offers of Help) 100101
VA Benefits Delivery at Discharge (Paperless Program) 090301
VA Benefits Eligibility (Criteria) 100101
VA Benefits Eligibility [01] (Military-related Service) 100101
VA Benefits/Services outside U.S. (Summary)
VA Benefits-Programs Statement (2010 Changes) 100115
VA Blue Water Claims [01] (Disability/DIC/CLL)
VA Blue Water Claims [02] (Manual M21-1 Change) 080501
VA Blue Water Claims [03] (Denied) 080615
VA Blue Water Claims [04] (Writ of Certiorari) 081101
VA Blue Water Claims [04] (Redefine Nam Service) 090515
VA Blue Water Claims [05] (Pierside Now Eligible) 090601
VA Blue Water Claims [06] (Rule Changing) 090615
VA Blue Water Claims [07] (Further Clarification) 090715
VA Blue Water Claims [08] (H.R.2254 & S.1939) 091201
VA Blue Water Claims [09] (Validation Database) 100101
VA Blue Water Claims [10] (VA Policy 211) 100201
VA Blue Water Claims [11] (AO Exposure List Expanded) 100701
VA Blue Water Claims [12] (IOM Review Items) 100901
VA Blue Water Claims [13] (17,000 Claim Reviews) 101001
VA Bonuses (Amount Questioned)
VA Bonuses [01] (Secretary Asked to Resign)
VA Bonuses [02] (HR 2292 Would Block)
VA Bonuses [03] (Acknowledges Problems)
VA Bonuses [04] (2009 Plans) 091001
VA Boston Hospitals (Status Quo Retained)
VA Brachytherapy Treatments (Some Improperly Done) 080715
VA Budget 2007 (Insufficient)
VA Budget 2007 [01] (Inadequate)
VA Budget 2007 [02] (Fees & copays)
VA Budget 2007 [03] ($25.4 billion for medical)
VA Budget 2007 [04] (House vote 395-0)
VA Budget 2007 [05] (Senate Proposal)
VA Budget 2007 [06] ($10 billion underestimated)
VA Budget 2007 [07] (Awaiting House reconciliation)
VA Budget 2007 [08] (Republicans block funding)
VA Budget 2007 [09] (Agreement Reached)
VA Budget 2007 [10] (Continuing resolution)
VA Budget 2007 [11] (Funding Shift)
VA Budget 2008 ($87 billion proposed)
VA Budget 2008 [02] (VFW comments)
VA Budget 2008 [03] (DAV comments)
VA Budget 2008 [04] (Fee Increase unlikely)
VA Budget 2008 [05] (Fee increases rejected)
VA Budget 2008 [06] (Senate Committee approved)
VA Budget 2008 [07] (Another Senate delay)
VA Budget 2008 [08] (Rhetorical Firefight Escalates)
VA Budget 2008 [09] (New Approach)
VA Budget 2008 [10] (Combined Spending Bill)
VA Budget 2008 [11] (Emergency Funding)
VA Budget 2008 [12] (Emergency Funding Approved)
VA Budget 2009 (President's Submission)
VA Budget 2009 [01] (Reactions to Proposal)
VA Budget 2009 [02] (HCVA Concerns)
VA Budget 2009 [03] (Subcommittee Approved) 080701
VA Budget 2009 [04] (Bush Threatens Veto) 080801
VA Budget 2010 [04] (Proposed by Obama) 090301
VA Budget 2010 [01] (Republicans Propose Increase) 090401
VA Budget 2010 [02] (President's Submission) 090515
VA Budget 2010 [03] (Final Numbers) 090715
VA Budget 2010 [04] (Passes House 415-3) 090715
VA Budget 2010 [05] (Senate Action) 091201
VA Budget 2010 [06] (Recovery Act Funds Expended) 100815
VA Budget 2011 (Proposed) 100215
VA Budget 2011 [01] (Initial Reviews Good) 100215
VA Budget 2011 [02] (Increase Recommendations) 100315
VA Burial ~ Gravesite Locator (Overview) 100815
VA Burial Benefit (Veterans)
VA Burial Benefit [01] (Sunset Provision Elimination)
VA Burial Benefit [02] (Inform your Relatives)
VA Burial Benefit [03] (Correction)
VA Burial Benefit [04] (Private Cemetery Headstone) 080515
VA Burial Benefit [05] (Burr Oak Cemetery) 090915
VA Burial Benefit [06] (H.R.761 Parental burial) 091101
VA Burial Benefit [07] (Hmong & Laotian Vets) 091101
VA Burial Benefit [08] (Summary) 091201
VA Burial Benefit [09] (Hmong Bill Introduced) 100801
VA Burial Benefits (Active Duty) (Summary)
VA Burial Program Survey (3 JAN thru 28 FEB 08)
VA CAD/CAM Dentistry (One Visit Caps) 080401
VA Cancer – see VA Prostrate
VA Cancer Lawsuit (Family awarded $500,000)
VA Cancer Reporting Policy (Hampering Research)
VA Care ~ Sleep Apnea (Sharp Rise in Cases) 100815
VA Care Vet Backlash (Claim acceptance)
VA Caregiver Program (New Benefits) 100501
VA Caregiver Program (Pilot Programs Funded)
VA Caregiver Program [01] (Stanford Pilot Program) 090401
VA Category 8 Care [01] (Bills to restore care)
VA Category 8 Care [02] (1.8 million vets uninsured)
VA Category 8 Care [03] (S.1233 impact)
VA Category 8 Care [04] (Policy Review)
VA Category 8 Care [05] (Lower Income Cap) 080401
VA Category 8 Care [06] (Tied to Funding Reform) 080901
VA Category 8 Care [07] (Campaign Promises) 081115
VA Category 8 Care [08] (Beware Rationed Care) 081201
VA Category 8 Care [09] (JUN Enrollment Plan) 090115
VA Category 8 Care [10] (CBO Report Impact) 090115
VA Category 8 Care [11] (Calculator Available) 090401
VA Category 8 Care [12] (New Eligible’s) 090701
VA CBI (Help-line service)
VA CBOC Openings (25 new clinics)
VA Cemeteries (Demand increase)
VA Cemeteries [01] (Burial eligibility)
VA Cemeteries [02] (Parity for tribal vets)
VA Cemeteries [03] (Lithochrome Use) 090601
VA Cemetery Memorials Inventory (Volunteers sought)
VA Chapter 61 Disability Pay - see Chapter 61
VA Chiropractic Care (New benefit)
VA Chiropractic Care [01] (Expansion to 26 facilities)
VA Chiropractic Care [02] (H.R.1470)
VA Chiropractic Care [03] (H.R.1017 Status) 100515
VA Claim Backdating (Under Investigation) 081201
VA Claim Backlog (463,000 outstanding 2002)
VA Claim Backlog [01] (Long-term goal 125 days)
VA Claim Backlog [02] (OIF/OEF higher processing priority)
VA Claim Backlog [03] (Caseload warnings ignored)
VA Claim Backlog [04] (House panel hearing)
VA Claim Backlog [05] (Proposed fixes rejected)
VA Claim Backlog [06] (Washington DC the worst)
VA Claim Backlog [07] (125 day goal)
VA Claim Backlog [08] (Increased funding)
VA Claim Backlog [09] (H.R.3047 automation mandate)
VA Claim Backlog [10] (Trial approach endorsement)
VA Claim Backlog [11] (VA distorts report)
VA Claim Backlog [12] (Cut Waiting Tim by 2/3)
VA Claim Backlog [13] No Improvement FY 07)
VA Claim Backlog [14] (29 JAN HVAC Summary)
VA Claim Backlog [15] (GAO Faults VA Training) 080601
VA Claim Backlog [16] (Status) 080715
VA Claim Backlog [17] (Law Slows Claims) 080715
VA Claim Backlog [18] (8,763 Vets Die Waiting) 080801
VA Claim Backlog [19] (Changes Coming) 081015
VA Claim Backlog [20] (New York Office) 081215
VA Claim Backlog [21] (Claim Backdating) 081115
VA Claim Backlog [22] (Shinseki Pledges Change) 090215
VA Claim Backlog [23] (Surge Strategy Needed) 090215
VA Claim Backlog [24] (Hidden Unopened Mail) 090315
VA Claim Backlog [25] (HVAC Discussions) 090315
VA Claim Backlog [26] (HVAC BVA Oversight) 090601
VA Claim Backlog [27] (One Million Anticipated) 090701
VA Claim Decision Representation - (New bill H.R.4914)
VA Claim Denial (Multiple claim submission)
VA Claim Denial [01] (Private Medical Opinions) 090201
VA Claim Denial [02] (Legal Representation Impact) 090201
VA Claim Denial [03] (Supreme Court Ruling) 090501
VA Claim Denial [04] (Appeal Process Legislation) 091201
VA Claim Denial [05] (Covert/Classified Missions) 091215
VA Claim Denial [06] (Why So Many?) 100401
VA Claim Doctor Letter (Do it yourself)
VA Claim Doctor Letter [01] (Sample Letter)
VA Claim Error Rate (Not improving)
VA Claim Error Rate [01] (House Oversight Committee)
VA Claim Error Rate [02] (IG Reports VA Errors) 100201
VA Claim Error Rate [03] (Subcommittee Hearing) 100401
VA Claim Filing Sources (You may be eligible)
VA Claim Fixers (Jeopardizing Benefits)
VA Claim Form (New 21-526EZ) 100615
VA Claim Representation (S.2694 to rectify)
VA Claim Representation [01] (Bill impact questioned)
VA Claim Representation [02] (Approved by Senate)
VA Claim Representation [03] (DAV Opposes S.2694)
VA Claim Retroactive Payment (After death receipt) 091101
VA Claim Shredding (Under Investigation) 081101
VA Claim Shredding [01] (Policy Under Review) 081115
VA Claim Shredding [02] (Culture of Dishonesty) 081201
VA Claim Shredding [03] (Vet Protection Expanded) 081201
VA Claim Shredding [04] (DVA Q&A) 090415
VA Claim Tips (What to Research)
VA Claim Tips [01] (5 Denial Reasons) 090715
VA Claims Assistance (Veterans Claims Assistance Act 2000)
VA Claims Assistance [01] (New standard favors vets)
VA Claims Assistance [02] (Secondary claims)
VA Claims Assistance [03] (Triple Compensation)
VA Claims Backlog [28] (18 mo Deadline Bill) 090715
VA Claims Backlog [29] (Confluence of Factors) 090715
VA Claims Backlog [30] (Progress Report) 091115
VA Claims Backlog [31] (TVC $400,000 Grant) 091115
VA Claims Backlog [32] (Red Tape Entangles Benefits) 100115
VA Claims Backlog [33] (Florida Concerns) 100201
VA Claims Backlog [34] (2011 Projection Bleak) 100215
VA Claims Backlog [35] (Vet Groups Launch Attack) 100301
VA Claims Backlog [36] (AO Automated Processing) 100315
VA Claims Backlog [37] (Insult to Veterans) 100401
VA Claims Backlog [38] (Fix Suggestions) 100501
VA Claims Backlog [38] (Four Pilot Programs) 100415
VA Claims Backlog [39] (Adjudication Error Rates) 100515
VA Claims Backlog [40] (S.3517) 100701
VA Claims Backlog [41] (Akaka Proposal Opposed) 100801
VA Claims Backlog [42] (Automation Impact) 100801
VA Claims Backlog [43] (Online Signature Requirement) 100815
VA Claims Backlog [44] (Vet Groups Lose Lawsuit) 101015
VA Claims Backlog [45] (Physician Questionnaires) 101101
VA Claims Backlog [46] Health-Care Records Pilot Project) 101201
VA Claims Processing (Pilot Programs) 090315
VA Claims Processing [01] (PA Legislator's Concerns) 090801
VA Claims Processing [02] (Hostile Work Environment) 100701
VA Claims Processing [03] ** (Special Ops Injuries) 101201
VA CLEP Reimbursement ($60 Exam Fee)
VA Clinic Indianapolis IN (Fund source)
VA Clinic Openings (25 new CBOCs)
VA Clinic Openings [01] (16 new outpatient clinics)
VA Clinic Openings [02] (Cape Coral New Site)
VA Clinic Openings [03] (Yuma/Burlington/Goodland)
VA Clinic Openings [04] (38 in 22 States)
VA Clinic Openings [05] (Guam Summer 2009)
VA Clinic Openings [06] (Non-hospital Dental Care)
VA Clinic Openings [07] (Cape Coral FL)
VA Clinic Openings [08] (2008 Openings) 080401
VA Clinic Openings [09] (H.R 5856) 080601
VA Clinic Openings [10] (44 New Clinics) 080701
VA Clinic Openings [11] (31 New Clinics) 081215
VA Clinic Openings [12] (15 More) 091015
VA Clothing Allowance (Overview) 081015
VA Clothing Allowance [01] ($716 for 2009) 090701
VA CNH (Nursing home care)
VA COLA 2004 (2.1% increase)
VA COLA 2006 (4.1% increase)
VA COLA 2007 (S.2563 introduced)
VA COLA 2007 [01] (Potentially 2.9%)
VA COLA 2007 [02] (Potentially 2.9%)
VA COLA 2007 [03] (Increase of 3.3%)
VA COLA 2007 [04] (Summary of Increases)
VA COLA 2008 (Summary of Increase)
VA COLA 2009 (Senate Bill Passes) 080815
VA COLA 2009 (Clears House) 080915
VA COLA 2010 (Legislation Introduced) 090215
VA COLA 2010 [01] (S.407 Approved) 090701
VA Combat Vet Refunds (Retroactive Eligibility) 091001
VA Combat Veteran Health Care (Effective immediately)
VA Combat Veteran Health Care [01] (Good for 2 years)
VA Combat Veteran Health Care [02] (5 Year Limit)
VA Combat Veteran Health Care [03] (Combat Vet Eligibility) 081015
VA Combat Veteran Health Care [04] (New Definition Sought) 090401
VA Combat Veteran Health Care [05] (Burden of Proof) 100301
VA Commercial Insurance Coverage (National Agreement) 080601
VA Comp Payment Disparity [01] (Comparisons by state)
VA Comp Payment Disparity [02] (IG report released)
VA Comp Payment Disparity [03] (VA Struggling to explain)
VA Comp Payment Disparity [04] (PTSD 2nd review cancelled)
VA Comp Payment Disparity [05] (Claim resubmission required)
VA Comp Payment Disparity [06] (Outreach program)
VA Comp Payment Disparity [07] (Disparities continue)
VA Comp Payment Disparity [08] (IDA Report Results)
VA Comp Payment Disparity [09] (House Examines)
VA Comp Payment Disparity [10] (H.R.5709) 080501
VA Compensation & Pensions (Summary)
VA Compensation & Pensions [01] (HR 4843 increase proposal)
VA Compensation & Pensions [02] (FY 2011 Increase Hoax) 101001
VA Compensation & Pensions [03] (Month-of-Death Pmt) 101015
VA Compensation & Pensions [04] (2 New Programs) 101201
VA Compensation Garnishment (Alimony/Child support) 080401
VA Compensation Levels Inconsistent (Award levels by state differ)
VA Compensation Rate Tables 2005 (Effective DEC 04)
VA Compensation Rates (DIC): (2007 Monthly Payments)
VA Compensation Rates (Disability) (2009 Mo Payments) 081215
VA Compensation Rates (Disability) (2007 Monthly Payments)
VA Compensation Rates (Disability) (2008 Monthly Payments)
VA Compensation Rates (Other) (2007 Monthly Payments)
VA Compensation Rates (SMC) (2007 Monthly Payments)
VA Consolidated Mail-out Pharmacy (Major Expansion)
VA Contact Numbers (List by Subject) 091215
VA Contracted Care (Senators Question Value) 091015
VA Contractor Use (Vet Job Impact) 091215
VA Contractor Use [01] (H.R.4221) 100101
VA Contractor Use [02] (New Contract Strategy) 100801
VA Contractor Use [03] (Policies Not Uniformly Applied) 101001
VA Copay (2002 Rates)
VA Copay [01] (Low Income Vets)
VA Copay [02] (Insurance Refund)
VA Copay [03] (Increase Proposal)
VA Copay [04] (2006 Rates)
VA Copay [05] (Job Loss Impact) 090115
VA Copay [06] (Impact of Drug Increase) 090201
VA Copay [07] (2009 Rates) 090615
VA Copay [08] (Drug Increase Postponed) 100115
VA Copay [09] (Montana Governor Proposal) 100415
VA Copay [10] (PRI 7/8 Increase) 100615
VA Copay [11] (2010 Rates) 100701
VA Credibility (Key lawmaker Losing Faith) 081101
VA CWT & IT (Change in tax status)
VA CWT & IT [01] (Ruled Tax-Free)
VA Data Breach (26,500,000 vets exposed)
VA Data Breach [01] (Q&A)
VA Data Breach [02] (Funding & hearings)
VA Data Breach [03] (Legislation & reward)
VA Data Breach [04] (Vet action to take)
VA Data Breach [05] (Impact on S.1408)
VA Data Breach [06] ($50k reward)
VA Data Breach [07] (Teleworking)
VA Data Breach [08] (Vets affected expands)
VA Data Breach [09] (Lawsuit initiated)
VA Data Breach [10] (Other VA data breaches)
VA Data Breach [11] (Police reports)
VA Data Breach [12] (Long term situation)
VA Data Breach [13] (Another revelation)
VA Data Breach [14] (Vet compensation)
VA Data Breach [15] (Cost to VA)
VA Data Breach [16] (Free credit monitoring)
VA Data Breach [17] (Who’s at fault)
VA Data Breach [18] (CISO resigns)
VA Data Breach [19] (Lawsuits & Protection)
VA Data Breach [20] (Credit Monitoring Cancelled)
VA Data Breach [21] (CBO Estimates)
VA Data Breach [22] (More VA Breaches)
VA Data Breach [23] (Unanswered Questions)
VA Data Breach [24] (Data to be Encrypted)
VA Data Breach [25] (2nd Computer Recovered)
VA Data Breach [26] (Legal Data Loss)
VA Data Breach [27] (Another Computer Stolen)
VA Data Breach [28] (Comprehensive Legislation Needed)
VA Data Breach [29] (Hard Drive Missing)
VA Data Breach [30] (VA Not Serious Enough)
VA Data Breach [31] (Expect Future Incidents)
VA Data Breach [32] ($25,000 Reward)
VA Data Breach [33] (GAO Report)
VA Data Breach [34] ($20 Million Budgeted)
VA Data Breach [35] (VA IG Report)
VA Data Breach [36] (53 Computers Lost)
VA Data Breach [37] (Risk Still Remains)
VA Data Breach [42] ($20M Settlement) 090201
VA Data Breach [43] (Claim Forms Available) 090401
VA Data Breach [44] (2 More) 100601
VA Data Breach [45] (Online Monthly Advisory) 100901
VA Deceased Accrued Benefits (How to Obtain) 090715
VA Dental Treatment (Eligibility)
VA Dental Treatment [01] (Outpatient Change) 080401
VA Dental Treatment [01] (Outpatient Change) 080315
VA Dental Treatment [02] (Eligibility Expansion Bill) 080501
VA Dental Treatment [03] (VA Insurance) 080701
VA Dental Treatment [04] (Insurance Program) 090601
VA Dependent Burial ----- (Who is Eligible)
VA Diabetes Mellitus Care (VN Presumptive Condition)
VA Diabetes Mellitus Care [01] (Kudos to the VA)
VA Diabetes Mellitus Care [02] (New drug being tested)
VA Diabetes Mellitus Care [03] (Avandia Formulary Deletion)
VA Diabetes Mellitus Care [04] (Education Drive)
VA Diabetes Mellitus Care [05] (Nam Vets) 081115
VA Diabetes Mellitus Care [06] (AO Links Questioned) 100915
VA Diabetic Retinopathy Screening (Tele-retinal Imaging)
VA DIC (Benefit Explanation)
VA DIC [01] (Reinstatement)
VA DIC [02] (Widow Entitlement Change)
VA DIC [03] (Retention After Remarriage)
VA DIC [04] (Facts)
VA DIC [05] (Benefit Review)
VA DIC Rates (2003 Monthly Payments)
VA DIC Rates [01] (2004 Monthly Payments)
VA DIC Rates [02] (2005 Monthly Payments)
VA DIC Rates [03] (2007 Monthly Payments)
VA DIC Rates [04] (2009 Monthly Payments) 081215
VA Direct Deposit (Sign Up Urged) 090101
VA Disability & SSDI (Who is eligible)
VA Disability Benefits (Rating Impact) 091115
VA Disability Buyout [01] (Buyout Origins)
VA Disability Buyout [02] (VDBC Studying)
VA Disability Buyout [03] (CNA Report Conclusions)
VA Disability Compensation (Facts)
VA Disability Compensation [01] (Heads Up!)
VA Disability Compensation [02] (S2674/HR5509 Impact)
VA Disability Compensation [03] (Widows Cheated) 081215
VA Disability Compensation [04] (Widow Death Pmt) 090101
VA Disability Compensation [05] (Overpayment Suit) 090901
VA Disability Compensation [06] (CBO DI Option) 090915
VA Disability Compensation [07] (3rd Senate Hearing) 091001
VA Disability Compensation 2003 (New rates)
VA Disability Compensation 2004 (New rates)
VA Disability Compensation 2006 (New rates)
VA Disability Compensation 2007 (New rates)
VA Disability Compensation Facts (Good to know)
VA Disability Compensation System [02] (Rating %) 100415
VA Disability Lump Sum (Under consideration)
VA Disability Verification Letters (Sent to FL Vets) 090115
VA Disability/Compensation System (System Improvements)
VA Disabled Vet Benefits (CRS Report) 091001
VA Disabled Vet Caregivers (Travel Pay Proposed) 091001
VA Disclosure Policy (Praised in NEJoM) 101001
VA Diverting Patients (Nationwide Problem)
VA DNA Database (Begins FY 07)
VA Drug Testing on Vets (Hearings to be Held) 080701
VA Drug Testing on Vets [01] (300 Studies Ongoing) 080701
VA Drug Testing on Vets [02] (Hearings Held) 080715
VA Duty to Veterans’ Families (Ongoing Suit)
VA EDPI (Standard Identifier Adopted) 100815
VA Education Workload (Status SEP 09) 091001
VA Electronic Health Record (Access)
VA Electronic Health Record [01] (VA/Kaiser Pilot Program) 091201
VA Emergency Care (Eligibility Criteria)
VA Emergency Care [01] (Require vice Authorize) 080515
VA Emergency Care [02] (How to Use) 090101
VA Emergency Care [03] (S.2142/H.R.3819 Status) 080601
VA Emergency Care [04] (Vet Gap Coverage) 090215
VA Emergency Care [05] (Non-VA Facilities) 091201
VA Employment Ranking (Steep Drop) 100915
VA End of Life Booklet (Disagreement on Intent) 090901
VA Enrollment Fee [01] Proposed Increases)
VA Estate Debt Collection (Bill to Stop)
VA Eye Care (Criteria)
VA Facility Expansion (Muskogee/Popular Bluff)
VA Facility Expansion [01] (Rural Colorado/Kansas)
VA Facility Expansion [02] (23 New Vet Centers)
VA Facility Expansion [03] (Orlando New Hospital)
VA Facility Expansion [04] (Lanai New OPC)
VA Facility Expansion [05] (Ft. Bragg)
VA Facility Expansion [06] (Canandaigua Campus NY)
VA Facility Expansion [07] (Harlingen TX)
VA Facility Expansion [08] (New Orleans Medical Ctr)
VA Facility Expansion [09] (Los Angeles CA)
VA Facility Expansion [10] (Chicago VA-DoD)
VA Facility Funding (Sharing Resources)
VA Facility Maintenance (1,100 Problems Cited)
VA Facility Maintenance [01] (Run-down/Abandoned Buildings) 100915
VA Facility Wireless Service (Patient Access) 100701
VA Failures 2008 (Suppression and Inaction) 090115
VA Family Caregiver Assistance (S.1963) 091115
VA Family Caregiver Assistance [01] (Senate Vet Package) 091201
VA Fee Prescription Plan (Applicable to vets not eligible for VA care)
VA Fee-Basis Care (Who is Eligible)
VA Filipino Health Care (U.S. permanent residents only)
VA Financial Management System (Upgrade Cancelled) 101001
VA Flag-folding Recitation Ban (AL will ignore)
VA Flag-folding Recitation Ban [01] (Ban clarified by VA)
VA Flu Shots (2007/08 Season)
VA Flu Shots [01] (48% Death reduction)
VA Flu Shots [02] (Only 44% Effective) 080501
VA Foreclosed Homes (Available for Purchase) 090801
VA Franchise Program [01] (What’s available)
VA Fraud (Defrauders Prosecuted)
VA Fraud [01] ($120,000 Embezzled)
VA Fraud [02] (Concealed 2nd Marriage)
VA Fraud [03] (King WI Veterans Home)
VA Fraud [04] (Monessen PA/Ellington CT)
VA Fraud [05] (Loudon TN)
VA Fraud [06] (Wichita KS/Billings MT)
VA Fraud [07] (Parachute CO)
VA Fraud [08] (Edmond OK) 080501
VA Fraud [09] (Lubbock TX/Roanoke VA) 080515
VA Fraud [10] (Tampa FL) 080701
VA Fraud [11] (Hines IL CMOP Director) 080715
VA Fraud [12] (Bonner County ID) 080901
VA Fraud [13] (Arlington County VA) 081101
VA Fraud [14] (Pittsburgh PA) 081015
VA Fraud [15] (Louisville KY) 081201
VA Fraud [16] (University City PA) 090101
VA Fraud [17] (Boise Idaho) 090115
VA Fraud [19] (Laclede ID) 090415
VA Fraud [20] (Waterville ME) 090615
VA Fraud [21] (St. Paul MN) 090715
VA Fraud [22] (Office Security Shortfalls) 090715
VA Fraud Waste & Abuse [23] (Three Plead Guilty) 090901
VA Fraud Waste & Abuse [24] (IG Inspection Results) 090901
VA Fraud Waste & Abuse [26] (Waco TX) 091101
VA Fraud Waste & Abuse [26] (Waco TX) 091101
VA Fraud Waste & Abuse [27] (19 Year Embezzlement) 100301
VA Fraud Waste & Abuse [28] (Louisville KY) 100501
VA Fraud Waste & Abuse [29] (East St. Louis IL) 100501
VA Fraud Waste & Abuse [30] (Mount Pleasant TX) 101015
VA Fraud Waste & Abuse [31] (Houston TX) 101115
VA Funding 2004 ($2.6 billion increase approved)
VA Funding 2009 (Budget Flawed) 090201
VA Funding 2011 (Approved by House) 100801
VA GAO Findings (Not very good)
VA GAO Findings [01] (Room to Improve)
VA Geriatrics & Extended Care (What is Available) 100501
VA Grave Locator (Now available on Web)
VA Gravesite Locator - see Vet Grave Locator
VA Guardian (Policy)
VA Gulf War Advisory Board (Established) 080515
VA Gulf War Advisory Committee [01] (1st Meeting) 080701
VA GWVITF (Overview) 100415
VA GWVITF [01] (Final Draft Report) 100415
VA Handbook (2010 Edition) 100601
VA Handbook [01] (Personalized) 101201
VA Handbook 2007 (Now Available)
VA Handbook 2009 (Latest Edition) 090715
VA HBPC (Home care program)
VA Headstones & Markers (Overview)
VA Headstones & Markers [01] (Eligibility & Availability)
VA Headstones & Markers [02] (VA Regs Amendment)
VA Headstones & Markers [03] (Honorable Destruction) 090415
VA Headstones & Markers [04] (Headstone Patio) 090501
VA Headstones & Markers [05] (New Headstone Device) 090515
VA Headstones & Markers [06] (Bronze Medallions) 100701
VA Health Benefits Fund (Taxpayer donations)
VA Health Care Access (IG says not up to par)
VA Health Care Billing (Inappropriate charges) 091101
VA Health Care Enrollment [02] (2010 Income Limits) 100201
VA Health Care Funding [01] (Budget formula flawed)
VA Health Care Funding [02] (Vet spending spared 1% cut)
VA Health Care Funding [03] (Budget process flawed)
VA Health Care Funding [04] (Assured funding bill)
VA Health Care Funding [05] (Voted down)
VA Health Care Funding [06] (Increase in Claims)
VA Health Care Funding [07] (H.J. Res. 20)
VA Health Care Funding [08] (Mandatory vice Discretionary)
VA Health Care Funding [09] (Increase Praised)
VA Health Care Funding [10] (No Cure-all)
VA Health Care Funding [11] (IL referendum)
VA Health Care Funding [12] (S.2639 Mandatory Funding)
VA Health Care Funding [13] (Advance Appropriations) 080701
VA Health Care Funding [14] (Dysfunctional Budget System) 080701
VA Health Care Funding [15] (PVHCBR Effort) 080901
VA Health Care Funding [16] (Ending Delays) 081015
VA Health Care Funding [17] (Obama Supports Advance Funding) 081115
VA Health Care Funding [18] (Legislation Introduced) 090215
VA Health Care Funding [19] (Obama Wants Approval) 090415
VA Health Care Funding [20] (Uphill Battle) 090515
VA Health Care Funding [21] (Significant Progress) 090701
VA Health Care Funding [22] (Obama signs bill) 091101
VA Health Care Funding [23] (H.R.1016) 091015
VA Health Care Funding [24] (Cost will Expand) 100415
VA Health Care Legislation (S.252) 090201
VA Health Care Mandatory Funding (Future budgets in jeopardy)
VA Health Care Myths (Most Common) 101201
VA Health Care/Enrollment Q & A (Are You eligible?)
VA Health Information Technology (Positive Results) 100415
VA Hearing & Vision Benefit (Hearing Aid Eligibility)
VA Hearing & Vision Benefit [01] (Policy Change)
VA Hearing & Vision Benefit [02] (VHA Directive 2008-070) 090515
VA Hearing Aids/Eyeglasses [02] (VHA Dir 2008-070) 100801
VA Hefner Medical Center (Assessment)
VA Help Lines (Get second opinion)
VA Help Lines [01] (House hearings)
VA Hepatitis “C” Care (Web site)
VA Hepatitis “C” Care [01] (Treatment Completion Rates)
VA Hiring [02] (Obstacles) 080415
VA Hiring [03] (New Office Created) 080415
VA Hiring [04] (Obama Signs Memorandum) 100715
VA Hiring Freeze Fallout (Waiting Lists)
VA Hiring Practices (Sex Offenders)
VA HIV Care [06] (Outreach Response) 101215
VA HIV Testing - see VA Aids Care
VA Home Loan (Overview)
VA Home Loan [02] (Certificate of Eligibility)
VA Home Loan [03] (Increase to $333,700)
VA Home Loan [04] (Significant changes signed into law)
VA Home Loan [05] (Increase to $417,000)
VA Home Loan [06] (Beneficial to Vets)
VA Home Loan [07] (Reminder)
VA Home Loan [08] (New Policy)
VA Home Loan [09] (125% Guarantee Legislation) 080415
VA Home Loan [10] (2008 Legislative Package) 080501
VA Home Loan [11] (H.R.4884) 080515
VA Home Loan [12] (Mortgage Assistance) 080615
VA Home Loan [13] (Ceilings Rise) 080901
VA Home Loan [14] (Enhanced Options Available) 081101
VA Home Loan [15] (Avoiding Foreclosure) 090215
VA Home Loan [16] (WDVA 4.85%) 090601
VA Home Loan [17] (Summary) 100101
VA Home Loan [18] (2010 Limits) 100515
VA Home Loan [19] (COE Obtainment) 100901
VA Home Loan [20] (Foreclosure Likelihood) 100901
VA Home Loan [21] (Gulf State Vets) 100901
VA Home Loan [22] (How to Get) 101001
VA Home Loan [23] (Users Increase) 101115
VA Home Loan [24] (Vet Special Deals) 101115
VA Home Loan Fees (2003 new rates)
VA Homeless Vets [01] (Senate hearing)
VA Homeless Vets [02] (Bed Shortage in 07)
VA Homeless Vets [03] (Substance Abuse Services)
VA Homeless Vets [04] (On the Rise)
VA Homeless Vets [05] (Homeless Grants)
VA Homeless Vets [06] (Housing is Key)
VA Homeless Vets [07] (Setting the Record Straight)
VA Homeless Vets [08] (21% Reduction)
VA Homeless Vets [09] (HUD-VASH Effort) 080501
VA Homeless Vets [10] (HVAC Hearing) 090615
VA Homeless Vets [11] ($17M in Grants) 091015
VA Homeless Vets [12] (5 Year Plan) 091115
VA Homeless Vets [13] (Full Court Press) 100301
VA Homeless Vets [14] (2200 New Beds) 100315
VA Homeless Vets [15] (Hearing Shut Down) 100401
VA Homeless Vets [16] (Secretary Tackles Root Causes) 100415
VA Homeless Vets [17] (Hotline) 100615
VA Homeless Vets [18] (HUD Voucher Program) 100615
VA Hospice Care (Terminally ill care)
VA Hospice Care [01] (Program Expansion)
VA Hospital Care [01] (Still the Best)
VA Hospital Report Card (2009 Evaluation) 100101
VA Hospitals (New Hampshire Access) 090115
VA Hospitals [01] (Every State Bill) 090201
VA Hospitals [02] (Denver VAMC Replacement) 090401
VA Hospitals [03] (Under Fire) 090701
VA Hospitals [04] (Female Vets lack Privacy) 090801
VA Hospitals [05] (Incorrect Radiation Doses) 090901
VA Hospitals [06] (Online Comparisons Available) 101215
VA ID Card (Card Upgrading)
VA In Jail Benefits [01] (Reduction or Loss)
VA Independent Living Program [01] (Cap Removal Bill) 080501
VA Independent Living Program [02] (High Demand) 080801
VA Informed Consent (Patient participation in care decisions)
VA Inpatient Surgery Services (Complexity Levels) 100515
VA Insurance Dividends 2004 ($517 million)
VA Insurance Dividends 2005 (Not applicable to SGLI)
VA Insurance Dividends 2006 (1.2 million vets eligible)
VA Insurance Dividends 2007 ($369 million to be paid)
VA Insurance Dividends 2008 (Pmt of $349 million)
VA Insurance Dividends 2009 ($319.8 million) 090201
VA Interim Benefit Lawsuit (Excessive Delay Pmts) 081115
VA Interim Benefit Lawsuit [01] (Rejected) 090101
VA IU Growth (SVAC hearing)
VA IU Growth [01] (Criticized by GAO)
VA IU Growth [02] (GAO Conclusions)
VA Joint & Spine Exams (Inadequate in 22% of cases)
VA Lack of Care Lawsuit (Health Care Delays)
VA Las Vegas Medical Center (Online summer 2009)
VA Laser Eye Surgery (New policy)
VA Laser Eye Surgery [01] (No longer available)
VA Lawsuit - Leishmaniasis (Plaintiffs lose) 091101
VA Lawsuit - see VA Radiation Dosage Errors (Prostrate)
VA Lawsuit - Spine Surgery ($4.34M Award) 091115
VA Lawsuit (Lack of Care) (Health Care Delays)
VA Lawsuit (Lack of Care) [01] (VA Seeks Dismissal)
VA Lawsuit (Lack of Care) [02] (DoJ Arguments Continue)
VA Lawsuit (Lack of Care) [03] (PTSD Vets) 080415
VA Lawsuit (Lack of Care) [04] (Dismissal Overruled)
VA Lawsuit (Lack of Care) [05] (18 Suicides Daily) 080501
VA Lawsuit (Lack of Care) [06] (Maris Testimony) 080501
VA Lawsuit (Lack of Care) [07] (Judge Doubts Authority) 080515
VA Lawsuit (Lack of Care) [08] (Perez’s PTSD email) 080615
VA Lawsuit (Lack of Care) [09] (Outside Court Authority) 080701
VA Lawsuit (Lack of Care) [10] (Appeal Filed) 080801
VA Lawsuit (Lack of Care) [11] (An Onerous Task) 090901
VA Lawsuit (Randen Harvey) (PTSD Suicide) 081201
VA Lawsuit (Randen Harvey) [01] ($218,500 Settlement) 091115
VA Lawsuit (Religious Discrimination) ($300,000 Jury Award)
VA Lawsuit ~ Disability Claim Rejections (COA) 100715
VA Life Insurance (Summary) 091115
VA Life Insurance [S-DVI] (Eligibility requirements)
VA Loan Home [01] (Multiple use policy)
VA Local Access (Where to Go)
VA Malpractice or Wrongful Death (Two years to act under FCTA)
VA Mandatory Funding – see VA Health Care funding
VA Manila (Services for vets residing in RP)
VA Mastectomy Compensation (Broadened coverage)
VA Means Test (How Conducted) 081101
VA Means Test Thresholds 2005 (Non SC medical care criteria)
VA Medical Care Hardship Program (Eligibility) 090501
VA Medical Center Cuts (18 to be leased out)
VA Medical Center Waco (Will Remain Open)
VA Medical Centers (18 Available for Leasing)
VA Medical Centers [01] (New Louisville Center)
VA Medical Centers [02] (Waco Will Remain Open)
VA Medical Education Support (Increasing)
VA Medical Facilities Management (H.R. 4768)
VA Medical Foster Home (Expanding Elder Program) 090301
VA Medical Marijuana Policy (Policy Clarified) 100801
VA Medical Records (Ask to see)
VA Medical School Affiliations (Strengthening Partnership) 091201
VA Medicare Subvention (Category 8 vets)
VA Medicare Subvention [01] (H.R.4992)
VA Medicare Subvention [02] (H.R.3365) 090801
VA Mental Health Care (Availability questioned)
VA Mental Health Care [01] (Escalating demand)
VA Mental Health Care [02] (2008 Budget increase) 080401
VA Mental Health Care [03] (Summit OCT 09) 091101
VA Mileage Reimbursement (Bill cosponsors needed)
VA Mileage Reimbursement [01] (250% Increase)
VA Mileage Reimbursement [02] (H.R.760 Impact)
VA Mileage Reimbursement [03] (28.5 cents/mile)
VA Mileage Reimbursement [04] ($0.505/mile Proposed) 080701
VA Mileage Reimbursement [05] ($0.415/mile Proposed) 080815
VA Mileage Reimbursement [06] ($0.415 17 NOV) 081201
VA Mileage Reimbursement [07] (Deductable Dec) 090101
VA Mileage Reimbursement [08] (Oregon Voucher Proposal) 101101
VA Minority Veterans Panel (Overview)
VA Mobil Counseling Centers (50 Motor Coaches) 081101
VA Mobil Counseling Centers [01] (2010 World Series) 101101
VA Mobile Pharmacies (Deployment Begun) 080401
VA MRSA Testing (Initiated 15 MAR)
VA MRSA Testing [01] (Combating Staph Infection)
VA Museum or Medical Center (History Controversy) 090301
VA Museum or Medical Center [01] (Decision Final) 090315
VA Mustard Agent Outreach (Looking for exposed vets)
VA My Health eVet [01] (Health Records Online)
VA My Health eVet Web Site (Site improvements to assist vets)
VA Nasopharyngeal Radium Therapy (Head/neck cancer cause)
VA National Pharmacy Call Center (Coming) 090815
VA NBC Fees Payment (Montgomery GI Bill Eligibles)
VA New York Hospitals: (Will remain open)
VA NGO Gateway Initiative (Partnership w/VCI) 090115
VA North Texas SITREP (Array of problems)
VA NSLI (Paid Up Benefit)
VA Nursing (Academy)
VA Nursing [01] (In Short Supply) 081101
VA Nursing Homes [01] (Unpaid Benefits) 090301
VA Nursing Homes [02] (2 yr Payment Delay) 090315
VA Nursing Homes [03] (Law Implementation) 090601
VA Nursing Homes [04] (Gold Star Parent Admission) 091201
VA Obesity Initiative (Help is available)
VA Obesity Initiative [01] (41,000 Participants)
VA Obesity Initiative [02] (Epidemic of diabetes)
VA Obligation to Help Vets (VA Tasking)
VA OEF/OIF Health Study (Launched) 090701
VA Office for Survivors of Vets [01] (Staffed) 091001
VA Office of Survivors Assistance (Established Dec 08) 090315
VA Office of the General Counsel (Challenges) 100715
VA OIF/OEF Advisory Committee (Committee formed)
VA Ombudsman's Office (H.R.2192) 080615
VA Outside Medical Claims (Procedure) 100101
VA Outside Medical Claims [01] (Corrected VISN 20&22) 100115
VA Overpayment Recoupment (Helpful Advice) 100901
VA Pain Care (Bill to Enhance)
VA Pain Management (Male vs. female) 091101
VA Panel Hearing Change (Detrimental to vet community)
VA Panel Hearing Change [01] (Minor improvement)
VA Panel Hearing Change [02] (Joint hearings reinstated)
VA Parkinson’s Disease Program (1.5 million Americans affected)
VA Parkinson's Disease Program [02] (DBS Benefits) 100701
VA Parkinson's Program [01] (Study Offers Hope) 090115
VA Patient Stats (Why Care Sought)
VA Pay to Performance (Pilot Project) 080701
VA Pension (Overview)
VA Pension [01] (2010 Rates) 100201
VA Pension [02] (H.R.4541 & S.3352) 100715
VA Pension [03] (Income Rules) 100801
VA Pension Awareness – see Veterans Pension
VA Performance (Favorable CBO Report)
VA Performance [01] (Future Concerns)
VA Performance [02] (Vet Care Obama Commitment) 100815
VA Performance Report (Best in Federal Sector)
VA Personal Data (How to Update)
VA Phishing Alert (Another scam)
VA Phone Scam (888- 555-1234) 100501
VA Physician Qualifications (Hiring system validity questioned)
VA Physician Qualifications [01] -(56,000 under Review)
VA Polytrauma Care (New website)
VA Polytrauma Care [01] (5th PRC announced)
VA Polytrauma Rehab Centers (Not up to speed)
VA Post-Surgical Mortality (Anxiety or Depression Impact) 101101
VA Poverty Threshold FY 04 ($9,183)
VA Prescription Co-Pay (1st increase in 4 yrs)
VA Prescription Fraud Alert (Patient Care Group scam)
VA Prescription Policy [01] (Half-price Prescriptions)
VA Prescription Policy [02] (Split Pills)
VA Prescription Refills [01] (MyHealth eVet services)
VA Prescription Refills Online (New VA service)
VA Prescriptions ID Method (Upcoming Changes)
VA President Ford Observance (Health Centers Open)
VA Presumptive AO Conditions (For Kids)
VA Presumptive AO Conditions (For Vets)
VA Presumptive AO Illnesses [Kids] (AO Impact on Kids)
VA Presumptive Atomic Vet Diseases [01] (Updated List) 081115
VA Presumptive Gulf War Vet Diseases [01] (Current list) 081101
VA Presumptive POW Diseases [01] (Updated List) 081015
VA Presumptive POW Diseases [02] (Osteoporosis) 090901
VA Presumptive Vietnam Vet Diseases (3 More Added) 091015
VA Presumptive Vietnam Vet Diseases (Updated List) 081201
VA Presumptive VN Vet Diseases [02] (Lawsuit Threat) 100315
VA Presumptive VN Vet Diseases [03] (Regs Published) 100415
VA Presumptive VN Vet Diseases [04] (May 2010) 100601
VA Presumptive VN Vet Diseases [05] (Spending Hold) 100615
VA Presumptive VN Vet Diseases [06] (Funds Frozen) 100701
VA Presumptive VN Vet Diseases [07] (Webb's Position) 100701
VA Presumptive VN Vet Diseases [08] (Criteria) 100715
VA Presumptive VN Vet Diseases [09] (60 day Countdown) 100815
VA Presumptive VN Vet Diseases [09] (Funding in place) 100801
VA Presumptive VN Vet Diseases [10] (Approval Anticipated) 100901
VA Presumptive VN Vet Diseases [11] (Regulation Posted) 100901
VA Presumptive VN Vet Diseases [12] (Retroactive Benefits) 100915
VA Presumptive VN Vet Diseases [13] (Payment Handling) 101001
VA Presumptive VN Vet Diseases [14] (Final Rule Published) 101001
VA Presumptive VN Vet Diseases [15] (Benefit Pmt Begin) 101115
VA Presumptive VN Vet Diseases [16] (Claim Handling) 101115
VA Priority Categories [01] (263,257 turned away)
VA Private Insurance Billing (Inappropriate Charges) 100301
VA Project HERO (Vet Groups Opposed)
VA Prostate Cancer Program (Radiation Dosage Errors) 081115
VA Prostate Cancer Program [01] (Sanctions Sparse) 091201
VA Prostate Cancer Program [02] (NRC Weighs Sanctions) 091201
VA Prostate Cancer Program [03] (Violations Denied) 100101
VA Prostate Cancer Program [03] (NRC Violations Denied) 100101
VA Prostate Cancer Program [04] (PSA Debate) 100401
VA Prostate Cancer Program [05] ($227,500 NRC Fine) 100401
VA Prostate Cancer Program [06] (IG Report Findings) 100515
VA Prostate Cancer Program [07] (Lawsuits) 100715
VA Prostate Cancer Program [08] (Proscar Treatment) 100815
VA Prostate Cancer Program [09] (Reoccurrence Death Risks) 100901
VA Prostate Cancer Program [10] (Prescribing Practices) 100915
VA Prosthetics -------------------------(New Miami Center)
VA Prosthetics [01] -------------------(Ankle/Hand)
VA Prosthetics [02] -------------------(Arm Development)
VA Prosthetics [03] -------------------(Advanced Artificial Arm) 090601
VA Prosthetics [04] -------------------(Paraplegics) 090815
VA Prosthetics [05] -------------------(New Vet Tax) 100715
VA Prosthetics [06] -------------------(New Technology) 100801
VA Prostrate Radiation Treatment [01] (Few Sanctions) 091201
VA Prostrate Radiation Treatment [02] (NRC Sanctions) 091201
VA Psychologists -----------------------(Unlicensed Staff)
VA PTSD – see PTSD
VA PTSD Claim Support -------------(Valor awards) 080601
VA PTSD Claim Support [01] -------(Stressor Symptoms) 080615
VA PTSD Evaluation Criteria--------(General Rating Formula) 080601
VA QTC Contract Questioned-------(Concern's w/Principi)
VA QTC Contract Questioned [01] (Principi cleared)
VA Quality Assurance** (Records Disclosure Opposed) 101015
VA Quality of Care ---------------------(New Study) 101115
VA Rating Schedules ------------------(Location)
VA Rating Schedules [02] ------------(HVAS Conclusions)
VA Rating Schedules [03] ------------(Right to Challenge)
VA REAP – see REAP
VA Records ------------------------------(Digitization Scheduled) 090501
VA Registries ---------------------------(Overview)
VA Registries [01] ---------------------(Placement on must be requested)
VA Registries [02] ---------------------(How to sign on)
VA Registries [03] ---------------------(What’s Available)
VA Registries [04] ---------------------(Enrollment Prerequisites)
VA Regs Change Proposal ----------(Claim process tweak)
VA Regulations Change [01]--------(Plain Language Attempt) 080501
VA Religious Discrimination Lawsuit (VA Denies Guilt)
VA Report Card ------------------------(High Marks) 080615
VA Research ----------------------------(85 Years of Medical Advances) 100501
VA Retro Pay Project -----------------(CRDP/CRSC adjustment)
VA Retro Pay Project [01] -----------(Sooner than expected)
VA Retro Pay Project [02] -----------(Some in OCT)
VA Retro Pay Project [03] -----------(Pay Begins)
VA Retro Pay Project [04] -----------(Backlog to SEP 07)
VA Retro Pay Project [05] -----------(DFAS FAQs)
VA Retro Pay Project [06] -----------(Overview)
VA Retro Pay Project [07] -----------(Processing thru DEC 07)
VA Retro Pay Project [08] -----------(75% Processed)
VA Retro Pay Project [09] -----------(Closing Payment Gap)
VA Retro Pay Project [10] -----------(Deadline Missed)
VA Retro Pay Project [11] -----------(End in Sight) 080501
VA Retro Pay Project [12] -----------(Recheck of 25,448 Denials) 080801
VA Retro Pay Project [13] -----------(230k Accounts Processed) 080915
VA Retro Pay Project [14] -----------(Amended Tax Returns) 080915
VA Retro Pay Project [15] -----------($12 Million in Errors) 081101
VA Retro Pay Project [16] -----------(39,000 Missed) 090601
VA Retro Pay Project [17] -----------(Name Change to CCP) 090815
VA Returning Veterans Website ---( http://www.oefoif.va.gov ) 090501
VA Rural Access -----------------------(Assessment)
VA Rural Access [01] -----------------(Legislation Review)
VA Rural Access [02] -----------------(S.1147 Support)
VA Rural Access [03] -----------------(Peake Vows Action)
VA Rural Access [04] -----------------(Progress Report)
VA Rural Access [05] -----------------(Rural Mobile Health Care Clinics) 080901
VA Rural Access [06] -----------------(10 More Clinics) 080915
VA Rural Access [07] -----------------(Extra Funding)
VA Rural Access [08] -----------------(Additional Funding) 090601
VA SAH [02] ----------------------------(Increased benefits)
VA SAH [03] ----------------------------(New Rules)
VA SAH [04] ----------------------------(3 Time Use) 080901
VA SAH [05] ----------------------------(Proposed Increase) 090801
VA SAH [06] ----------------------------(HVAC Subcommittee Hearing) 100101
VA SAH [07] ----------------------------(TRA Grants Underutilized) 100801
VA Salmonella Research ------------(Space Experiment) 080315
VA SBA Vet Support – see SBP Vet Issues
VA Secretary [01] ---------------------(Nicholson Resigns)
VA Secretary [02] ---------------------(Mansfield Takes Over)
VA Secretary [03] ---------------------(Nomination Needed)
VA Secretary [04] ---------------------(Bush Nominates Peake)
VA Secretary [05] ---------------------(Peake Hearing summary)
VA Secretary [06] ---------------------(Peake Confirmed)
VA Secretary [07] ---------------------(Anthony Brown) 081201
VA Secretary [08] ---------------------(Eric K. Shinseki) 081215
VA Secretary [09] ---------------------(Transformational Leader?) 090101
VA Secretary [10] ---------------------(Shinseki pledges) 090115
VA Secretary [11] ---------------------(History Will Judge) 090201
VA Secretary [12] ---------------------(Shinseki Sworn In) 090201
VA Secretary [13] ---------------------(Open ltr to Vets) 090315
VA Secretary Annual Report -------(Self Assessment) 081215
VA Secretary Legislative Proposals------(Package of Changes) 100801
VA Service Dogs -----------------------(VA Not Exercising Authority) 100715
VA Service Dogs [01] -----------------(VA Policy Outdated) 100901
VA Sexual Trauma Program --------(Billing Overview)
VA Sexual Trauma Program [01] --(Billing Review) 090515
VA Sexual Trauma Program [02] --(All Vets Eligible) 100301
VA SmartPay 2 Contract Glitch ----(Bounced VA Checks) 090201
VA Social Workers --------------------(Help Available)
VA Social Workers [01] --------------(How They Help)
VA Special Programs -----------------(Where to Locate) 090201
VA Spina Bifada Program -----------(Overview) 100401
VA Spina Bifada Program [01] -----(Technical Legislation) 100401
VA Spinal Cord Injury Services --- (New Milwaukee Facility)
VA SSOC Deadline --------------------(Decrease Proposed)
VA State Benefits Seamless Transition (New Program)
VA Statistics -----------------------------(2008) 090901
VA Success Questioned (McClatchy Newspaper's Report)
VA Suicide Prevention ----------------(Call Center Opening)
VA Suicide Prevention [01] ----------(Help a Call Away)
VA Suicide Prevention [02] ----------(Cover Up Revealed) 080501
VA Suicide Prevention [03] ----------(May Exceed Combat Deaths) 080515
VA Suicide Prevention [04] ----------(Oversight Authority) 080601
VA Suicide Prevention [05] ----------(Strategy Lauded) 080915
VA Suicide Prevention [05] ----------(VA Criticism) 090501
VA Suicide Prevention [06] ----------(Veterans Chat) 090915
VA Suicide Prevention [07] ----------(Keller Suit Settled) 090501
VA Suicide Prevention [08] ----------(Veterans Chat)
VA Suicide Prevention [09] ----------(18 Vet Suicides Daily) 100501
VA Survey 2010 ------------------------(Awareness Levels) 091215
VA Surviving Spouse Website ----- ( http://www.vba.va.gov/survivors/ )
VA Survivor Benefit Termination --(Payment Return Policy) 091215
VA Survivors Benefits Available ---(Summary)
VA Survivors Website ----------------(What it provides)
VA Telehealth ---------------------------(Overview)
VA Telehealth [01] ---------------------(Rural Veterans Services) 080915
VA Terminal Patient Care ------------(Options)
VA Third Party Insurers [01] --------(Collection Proposal) 090315
VA Third Party Insurers [02] --------(Obama Adamant) 090401
VA Third Party Insurers [03] --------(Obama Withdraws Proposal) 090401
VA Third Party Insurers [04] --------(SSN Requirement) 090801
VA Third-Party Insurers --------------(Billing Problems) 080715
VA Thyroid Cancer Treatment ------(Radiation Overdose) 091201
VA Tidbits ---------------------------------(Did you know?)
VA Tinnitus Care ------------------------(NCRAR Research) 081115
VA Tinnitus Care [01] ------------------(Tinnitus Retraining Therapy) 100101
VA Tinnitus Compensation ------------(Eligibility)
VA Tinnitus Compensation [01] ------(Court decision favors vets)
VA Tinnitus Compensation [02] ------(No Bilateral Tinnitus)
VA Tinnitus Compensation [03] ------(VFW Involvement)
VA to DoD Record Transition – see DoD/VA Seamless Transition
VA Transparency ------------------------(Protected Documents) 091015
VA Travel Nurse Program ------------(Three-year Pilot)
VA Treatment Access ------------------(Fudging Performance Grades) 100715
VA Tuition Assistance ------------------(Top-up benefit)
VA Unemployability Growth -----------(Doubled since 1999)
VA Use of Religion Lawsuit -----------(No Legal Standing) 080815
VA Valet Parking Services ------------(Loma Linda VAMC) 100401
VA Vet Access ----------------------------(S.481)
VA Vet Access [01] ----------------------(Multimillion Ad Campaign) 101015
VA Vet Centers ---------------------------(Walk-ins Double)
VA Vet Centers [01] ---------------------(Staffing Shortfalls)
VA Vet Centers [02] ---------------------(Ahead of Schedule)
VA Vet Centers [03] ---------------------(Wisconsin)
VA Vet Centers [04] ---------------------(Additions ahead of Schedule)
VA Vet Centers [05] ---------------------(39 More by 2009) 080715
VA Vet Centers [06] ---------------------(28 New Centers) 090815
VA Vet Centers [07] ---------------------(What they Offer) 100915
VA Vet Contaminant Exposure -------(Prostate Biopsies)
VA Vet Contaminant Exposure [01]--(Tennessee Clinics) 090301
VA Vet Contaminant Exposure [02]--(Miami Colonoscopies) 090401
VA Vet Contaminant Exposure [03]--(17 Tested Positive) 090415
VA Vet Contaminant Exposure [04]--(Positives Increase) 090515
VA Vet Contaminant Exposure [05]--(Pattern of Failure) 090701
VA Vet Contaminant Exposure [06]--(Vet Suit Pending) 090901
VA Vet Contaminant Exposure [07]--(Equip Inspection) 091001
VA Vet Utilization Survey --------------(Starts 8 July 07)
VA Veteran Population Estimate -----(As of 30 SEP 07) 080515
VA Veteran Support ---------------------(Goals & Population)
VA Veteran Support [01] ---------------(Benefit 2007 Stats)
VA Veteran Support [02] ---------------(Health Care Stats) 080315
VA Veteran Support [03] ---------------(Memorial Affairs Stats) 080415
VA Veteran's Medical Benefits Package (What it Covers) 101115
VA Veterans Pride Initiative ----------(Wear your medals)
VA Vision Care ---------------------------(To be enhanced)
VA Vision Care [01] ---------------------(Compensation Reform)
VA Vision Care [02] ---------------------(Expanded Capabilities) 090701
VA Vision Care [03] ---------------------(Treatment Policy Violated) 091001
VA Vision Legislation -------------------(Expands coverage to 2nd eye)
VA Vision Legislation [01] -------------(Criteria Relaxed)
VA VistA [01] -----------------------------(Outage cripples patient care)
VA VistA [02] -----------------------------(Medical Error Glitches) 090201
VA VistA [03] -----------------------------(HVAC Concerns) 090201
VA VistA [04] -----------------------------(Modernization needed) 091101
VA VLER (Vet Lifetime Electronic Record) (Overview) 100201
VA VLER [01] ---------------------------(Civilian EHR Security) 100201
VA VLER [02] ---------------------------(Pilot Project Expands) 100315
VA Vocational Rehabilitation [01] --(Counselor Shortage) 090201
VA Vocational Rehabilitation [02] --(Benefit Inc Bill) 090315
VA Vocational Rehabilitation [03] --(Summary) 100115
VA Vocational Rehabilitation [04] --(Claim Submission Tips) 100615
VA Voluntary Service (VAVS) -------(How to Participate)
VA Voter Registration Ban -----------(Criticism) 080715
VA Voter Registration Ban [01] -----(VA Still Resists) 080801
VA Voter Registration Ban [02] -----(Ban Lifted) 080915
VA Woman Vet Benefits [01] --------(Initiatives Implemented)
VA Women Vet Benefits --------------(Same as for Men)
VA Women Vet Benefits [02] --------(Bill of Rights) 101215
VA Women Vet Programs -------------(Overview) 080415
VA Women Vet Programs [01] -------(Improvement Pledged) 080615
VA Women Vet Programs [02] -------(Health Care Bill) 090315
VA Women Vet Programs [03] -------(Expanded Service) 090615
VA Women Vet Programs [04] -------(H.R.1211 Approved) 090701
VA Women Vet Programs [05] -------(Infant Care Benefit) 090715
VA Women Vet Programs [06] -------(HAVC/SVAC Hearings) 090801
VA Women Vet Programs [07] -------(Women's Equality Day) 090901
VA Women Vet Programs [08] -------(4 Year Study) 091201
VA Women Vet Programs [09] -------(Invisible Warriors) 100415
VA Women Vet Programs [10] -------(Privacy Still an Issue) 100415
VA Women Vet Programs [11] -------(S.1237 Blocked) 100715
VA Women Vet Programs [12] -------(Forum Registration) 100715
VA Wrongful Death Lawsuit ----------(Vet turned away)
VA/DoD Hospital Consolidation -----(Chicago area)
VA/DoD Resume Review --------------(Peake/Chu) 081115
VA: DIC [06] ------------------------------(Payment Increase Bill) 090601
Vacation Travel Cost --------------------(Car vs. airline)
Vaccination Booklet ---------------------(What parents need to know)
Vaccination Schedules for Children--(Infant Delay Study) 100615
VAMC Aurora CO -----------------------(2014 Opening) 100501
VAMC Charleston SC ------------------(Highly Praised) 100701
VAMC Marion IL -----------------------(Hospital Threat Results) 100501
VAMC Martinsburg MD --------------(Meal Policy Change)
VAMC St. Louis MO -------------------(Dental Sterilization Problems) 100701
VAMC St. Louis MO [01] -------------(Investigations Scheduled) 100715
VAntage Point Blog ---------------------(New Communication Line) 101115
Varicose Veins ---------------------------(Overview) 090115
VARO {VA Regional Office}
VARO Manila [01] ----------------------(No More Walk-ins) 090201
VAS {Veterans Affairs Services}
VAT Tax -----------------------------------(Do we need?) 100701
VAT Tax [01] -----------------------------(European Rates) 100815
VDBC ---------------------------------------(Overview)
VDBC [01] ---------------------------------(5th public meeting held)
VDBC [02] ---------------------------------(Public meeting 15/16 FEB)
VDBC [03] ---------------------------------(VA Comp + SSDI?)
VDBC [04] ---------------------------------(SSDI study approved)
VDBC [05] ---------------------------------(More on SSDI)
VDBC [06] ---------------------------------(VDBC Sep meeting)
VDBC [07] ---------------------------------(OCT meeting summary)
VDBC [08] ---------------------------------(Surveys began NOV 07)
VDBC [09] ---------------------------------(VA disability buyout)
VDBC [10] ---------------------------------(JAN Washington DC mtg)
VDBC [11] ---------------------------------(Issues discussed)
VDBC [12] ---------------------------------(7/24 disability coverage)
VDBC [13] ---------------------------------(Next mtg 21 FEB)
VDBC [14] ---------------------------------(SBP/DIC offset)
VDBC [15] ---------------------------------(CR recommendations)
VDBC [16] ---------------------------------(Research question #19)
VDBC [17] ---------------------------------(Institute of Medicine report)
VDBC [18] ---------------------------------(Disability compensation disparity)
VDBC [19] ---------------------------------(SBP/TERA/CRSC recommendations)
VDBC [20] ---------------------------------(CRDP recommendation reversed)
VDBC [21] ---------------------------------(QoL issues)
VDBC [22] ---------------------------------(25% Disability pay hike)
VDBC [23] ---------------------------------(Action delayed until 2008)
VDBC [24] ---------------------------------(Disability Benefits Contract)
VDBC {Veterans Disability Benefits Commission}
VDBC vs. PCARWW -------------------(Recommendation Differences) 080415
VDBR {Veterans' Advisory Board on Dose Reconstruction}
VDBR Overview -------------------------(Vet radiation exposure)
VDHCBS -----------------------------------(Elder Vet Care) 090615
VEAP [01] ----------------------------------(Can use up to 10 years after discharge)
VEAP {Veterans Education Assistance Program}
Vet Annuity for 100% Disabled ------($1,500 payable semiannually)
Vet Benefit Expiration Dates ---------(MGIB/VEAP/Rehab/SGLI)
Vet Benefit Funding ---------------------(Bitter budgets ahead) 091101
Vet Benefit Legislation [01] -----------(Operation New Dawn) 101015
Vet Benefits - FL -------------------------(Overview)
Vet Benefits - FL [01] -------------------(Vet tax exemption)
Vet Benefits - FL [02] -------------------(Expansion continues)
Vet Benefits - FL [03] -------------------(4 new laws)
Vet Benefits – IA -------------------------(What’s available)
Vet Benefits - IN -------------------------(Proposed benefit improvements)
Vet Benefits - IN [01] -------------------(Signed Into Law)
Vet Benefits - IN [02] -------------------(4 New Laws)
Vet Benefits - NM -----------------------(Reserve death benefit)
Vet Benefits - NY ------------------------(New veteran measures)
Vet Benefits - VA ------------------------(Dependent's Licensure process)
Vet Benefits - WI ------------------------(Tuition Aid cuts pending)
Vet Benefits (State) ---------------------(Some 2009 Changes) 090115
Vet Benefits [Low Income] ------------(Overview)
Vet Benefits Clash -----------------------(Old/New Rift) 090601
Vet Benefits Legislation ----------------H.R.3219 Clears Congress) 101015
Vet Bonus - IA ----------------------------(Extended Timeline)
Vet Bonus - IL ----------------------------Overview)
Vet Bonus - MA --------------------------(For 911+ vets)
Vet Bonus - MA --------------------------(WWII thru Persian Gulf)
Vet Bonus - MA [01] --------------------($500 & $1000)
Vet Bonus - MA [02] --------------------(Criteria)
Vet Bonus – MA [03] -------------------($10M Unclaimed) 090901
Vet Bonus – MA [04] -------------------(Latest Criteria) 091215
Vet Bonus – OH] -------------------------(Fall Payments Anticipated) 100401
Vet Bonus - PA ---------------------------(Application Availability)
Vet Bonus - PA [01] ---------------------(Applications Available) 080601
Vet Bonus - SD ---------------------------(Up to $500)
Vet Bonus - SD [01] ---------------------(Still available)
Vet Bonus - SD [02] ---------------------($500 to eligibles)
Vet Bonus - SD [03] ---------------------(Still Offered) 090715
Vet Bonus [State] ------------------------(Availability by state)
Vet Bonus Paybacks --------------------(Overstated)
Vet Cemetery - AK ----------------------(Fairbanks) 090215
Vet Cemetery - AL ----------------------(Land purchased)
Vet Cemetery - AL [01] ----------------(New Cemetery Named) 080415
Vet Cemetery - AL [02] ----------------(State-run) 090601
Vet Cemetery - AR ----------------------(Land purchase effort)
Vet Cemetery - AR [01] ----------------(Cross County) 080715
Vet Cemetery - AZ -----------------------(Prescott reopened)
Vet Cemetery - CA (07) ----------------(Miramar Natl Dedicated) 100215
Vet Cemetery - CA [01] ----------------(124th National cemetery)
Vet Cemetery - CA [03] ----------------(Bakersfield VA National) 080401
Vet Cemetery - CA [03] ----------------(Bakersfield VA National) 080315
Vet Cemetery - CA [04] ----------------(Bakersfield SITREP) 090115
Vet Cemetery - CA [05] ----------------(Miramar Annex) 090715
Vet Cemetery - CA [06] ----------------(NCVC$500 Waiver) 091015
Vet Cemetery - CA [08] ----------------(Miramar Opening Delayed) 100915
Vet Cemetery - CA [09] ----------------(Central Coast) 101015
Vet Cemetery - CA [10] ----------------(Miramar Now Open) 101215
Vet Cemetery - CA [Northern] -------(New cemetery funded by VA)
Vet Cemetery - CA [Southern] -------(Burials begin)
Vet Cemetery - CO ----------------------(H.R.1660 status)
Vet Cemetery - CO [02] ----------------(El Paso County SITREP) 101101
Vet Cemetery - FL [03] -----------------(New Jacksonville site)
Vet Cemetery - FL [04] -----------------(Opens 16 April)
Vet Cemetery - FL [05] -----------------(Sarasota Opening Fall 08)
Vet Cemetery - FL [06] -----------------(HR 2642 Passes House)
Vet Cemetery - FL [07] -----------------(New Cemetery Named) 080415
Vet Cemetery - FL [08] -----------------(New Sites Sought) 101115
Vet Cemetery - FL [New] --------------(Open for burials 2009)
Vet Cemetery - GA ----------------------(Opening in late 2005 planned)
Vet Cemetery - GA [01] ----------------(Opened in April)
Vet Cemetery - HI -----------------------(Kona Expansion)
Vet Cemetery - HI [01] -----------------($1.9 million Federal Grant) 100801
Vet Cemetery - IA -----------------------($7.6 Million Grant)
Vet Cemetery - ID -----------------------(Recently opened in Boise)
Vet Cemetery - IL -----------------------(What’s Available)
Vet Cemetery - IL [01] -----------------(Abe Lincoln Expansion) 101015
Vet Cemetery - KS ----------------------(Riley out of Space)
Vet Cemetery - KS ----------------------(Manhattan Location)
Vet Cemetery - KY ----------------------(Overview) 080401
Vet Cemetery - KY [01] ----------------(Greenup) 090915
Vet Cemetery - LA ----------------------(New State Cemetery) 100715
Vet Cemetery - LA [01] ----------------(Leesville Grant Approved) 100901
Vet Cemetery - MD ---------------------(Crownsville Expansion)
Vet Cemetery - MD [01] ---------------(Garrison Forest Expansion) 100415
Vet Cemetery - ME ---------------------(Ground Breaking OCT 08) 080515
Vet Cemetery - MI ----------------------(Burials to begin mid-2005)
Vet Cemetery - MI [01] ----------------(Dedicated 3 JUN)
Vet Cemetery - MN ---------------------(What’s Available)
Vet Cemetery - MN [01] ---------------(3 More Planned) 100615
Vet Cemetery - MO ---------------------(Overview) 100301
Vet Cemetery - MS----------------------(Completion 2011) 090215
Vet Cemetery - MT----------------------(Ft. Harrison $85 Million Grant)
Vet Cemetery - MT [01]----------------(Missoula $4 Million Grant)
Vet Cemetery - NE-----------------------(Bill Introduced)
Vet Cemetery - NE [01]-----------------(Ground Broken) 081101
Vet Cemetery - NJ [01] ----------------($3.8 Million Grant)
Vet Cemetery - NJ ----------------------(VA funds improvement)
Vet Cemetery - NJ [02] ----------------(Finns Point Closing) 090601
Vet Cemetery - NE [02] ----------------(VA Accepting Proposals) 100615
Vet Cemetery - NM ---------------------(Buffalo Soldiers Reburied) 090901
Vet Cemetery - NV ----------------------(Overview) 100815
Vet Cemetery - NY ----------------------(Calverton National Cemetery) 091001
Vet Cemetery - PA-----------------------(Opening mid-2005)
Vet Cemetery - PA [01] ----------------(Dolington Site)
Vet Cemetery - PA [02] ----------------(WA Crossing VA Nat Cemetery) 080401
Vet Cemetery - PA [03] ----------------(Accepting Interment Apps) 081101
Vet Cemetery - PA [04] ----------------(WA Crossing Phase 2) 100701
Vet Cemetery - PR ----------------------(Overview) 101101
Vet Cemetery - SC ----------------------(State’s First)
Vet Cemetery - SC [01] ----------------(Fort Jackson National) 080801
Vet Cemetery - see Arlington
Vet Cemetery - see Canadian National Military
Vet Cemetery - see Vet Grave Locator
Vet Cemetery - TN ---------------------(Overview) 100201
Vet Cemetery – TN [01] ---------------(East TN Expansion) 100201
Vet Cemetery - TX ----------------------(Killian now open)
Vet Cemetery - TX [01] ----------------(Looking for space)
Vet Cemetery - TX [02] ----------------(Houston) 091001
Vet Cemetery - VA ----------------------(Study Results)
Vet Cemetery - VA ----------------------(Dublin Funded) 090901
Vet Cemetery - VA [01] ----------------(Struggle to Maintain) 100615
Vet Cemetery - WA ---------------------(Medical Lake & Tahoma) 090901
Vet Cemetery - WA [01] ---------------(1st State Cemetery Opens) 100615
Vet Cemetery - WI ----------------------($622,580 grant)
Vet Cemetery - WV ---------------------(Funded by Lottery)
Vet Cemetery - WV [01] ---------------(Don Kinnard) 100301
Vet Cemetery - WV[02] ----------------($14M VA Grant) 101201
Vet Cemetery Flags ---------------------(PA Vets Protest Condition) 090401
Vet Cemetery Roll Calls ---------------(Riverside National) 090415
Vet Cemetery Shortage ----------------(Projected Until 2009)
Vet Cemetery Xmas Wreaths --------(Annual Ceremony)
Vet Cremains -----------------------------(Abandoned Vet Cremains)
Vet Cremains [01] -----------------------(11 Found in Idaho) 081115
Vet Cremains [02] -----------------------(New NJ Law) 090215
Vet Cremains [03] -----------------------(New Mexico) 100601
Vet Disability Benefits Commission (Report could be detrimental to vets)
Vet Disability Pension Suit ------------(P&G Denies Pension)
Vet Discounts/Offers -------------------(Kennedy Center Tickets) 100315
Vet Educational Assistance -----------(Post 911 program)
Vet Educational Assistance [01] -----(New bill)
Vet Educational Benefits - CT -------(Overview)
Vet Emergency Care Fairness Act --(Reimbursement)
Vet Grave Locator ----------------------(New Online service)
Vet Grave Locator [01] ----------------(1.9 million names added)
Vet Grave Locator [02] ----------------(Online site maps added)
Vet Grave Locator [03] ----------------(Where to go)
Vet Grave Locator [04] ----------------(What’s available) 091101
Vet Gun Control -------------------------(Fiduciary Appointment Impact) 090401
Vet Gun Control [01] -------------------(Permit Denial Overruled) 090501
Vet Gun Control [02] -------------------(S.669 Impact) 090501
Vet Gun Control [03] -------------------(H.R.2547) 101001
Vet Healthcare Mandatory Funding (Impact on Care)
Vet Home - AL ---------------------------(4th Home Planned)
Vet Home - AL [01] ---------------------(New Home to Open 2011)
Vet Home - AZ ---------------------------(Tucson Facility Grant) 100501
Vet Home - CA ---------------------------(New VA grant)
Vet Home - CA ---------------------------(Yountville Renovations Frozen) 090101
Vet Home - CA [01] ---------------------(West LA/Fresno/Redding)
Vet Home - CA [02] ---------------------(Proposed New Rates) 090115
Vet Home - CA [05] ---------------------(Yountville ACU Closure) 090715
Vet Home - CA [06] ---------------------(Fee Increase Fall Out) 100415
Vet Home - CA [07] ---------------------(3 New Homes Planned) 100615
Vet Home - CA [08] ---------------------(West Los Angeles) 100701
Vet Home - CT ---------------------------(New VA grant)
Vet Home - FL ---------------------------(Lake City home renovation ++)
Vet Home - FL [01] ---------------------($650K VA grant)
Vet Home - FL [02] ---------------------(Ongoing Dispute)
Vet Home - HI ---------------------------(1st to Open)
Vet Home - IA ----------------------------(Overview)
Vet Home - IA [01] ----------------------(Fined $10,000)
Vet Home - IA [02] ----------------------(Expansion Programmed)
Vet Home - IA [03] ----------------------(Home Grant) 100215
Vet Home - IL -----------------------------(Overview)
Vet Home - IL – see Tax: Illinois Veteran Home Tax Donation
Vet Home - IL [01] ----------------------(Get in Line) 080401
Vet Home - IL [02] ----------------------(Fee Increase Proposed) 100401
Vet Home - IL [03] ----------------------(Fee Proposal Dropped) 100415
Vet Home - KY ---------------------------(Completion by 2018)
Vet Home - LA ---------------------------(VA funds improvements)
Vet Home - MN --------------------------(Commission Appointed)
Vet Home - MO --------------------------(VA funds improvements)
Vet Home - MS---------------------------(VA funds improvements)
Vet Home - ND --------------------------(Overview) 080401
Vet Home - OK --------------------------(Locations & Eligibility) 080515
Vet Home - OR --------------------------(New Home Potential Sites) 100415
Vet Home - PA ---------------------------(What is available to PA vets)
Vet Home - PA [02] ---------------------(Hollidaysburg) 100215
Vet Home - PA [03] ---------------------(Seizing Assets) 100815
Vet Home - PA [04] ---------------------($250K Settlement) 101215
Vet Home - RI ---------------------------(Under Investigation) 090201
Vet Home - TN --------------------------(Fined $200,000)
Vet Home - TN [01] --------------------(DOJ Findings)
Vet Home - TX --------------------------(6 online - 1 to go)
Vet Home - UT --------------------------(2nd Home Proposed)
Vet Home - UT [01] --------------------(3rd Home Sought) 100201
Vet Home - VA --------------------------(2nd Home Opens)
Vet Home - WI --------------------------(New home for Union Grove)
Vet Home - WI [01] --------------------(Unauthorized expenditures) 091101
Vet Home - WI [02] --------------------(Union Grove Rent Increase) 100101
Vet Home - WV [01] -------------------(Opening)
Vet Home Patient Neglect -----------(AZ/AL Vet Homes)
Vet Home Patient Neglect [01] -----(Long Term Care) 101015
Vet Homes – PA [01] ------------------(Vets Endangered) 091001
VET Hunting Permits ------------------(Special Provisions) 080501
Vet Initiatives [02] ----------------------(4 New Laws)
Vet Insurance [01] ----------------------(S.728 Provisions) 090401
Vet Insurance [02] ----------------------(S.728 Passes Senate) 091015
Vet Insurance ~ Life -------------------(Practices under Investigation) 100801
Vet Insurance ~ Life [01] -------------(Federal Regulation Lacking) 100815
Vet Insurance ~ Life [02] -------------(Prudential Inquiry Letter) 100815
Vet Insurance ~ Life [03] -------------(Mandated Lump Sum Payment) 100815
Vet Insurance ~ Life [04] -------------(Prudential Controversy) 100901
Vet Insurance ~ Life [05] (Congressional Hearings Likely) 100901
Vet Insurance ~ Life [06] -------------(Lawsuit) 100915
Vet Insurance ~ Life [07] -------------(VA Unpublicized Deal) 100915
Vet Insurance ~ Life [08] -------------(VA Corrective Action) 101001
Vet Insurance ~ Life [09] ** ---------(Prudential Letter to Vets) 101001
Vet Insurance ~ Life [10] -------------(Lawsuits to Date) 101015
Vet Insurance ~ Life [11] -------------(AL Supports Lawsuit) 101115
Vet Insurance ~ Life [12] -------------(VA Form Revisions) 101201
Vet Job ------------------------------------(Website)
Vet Job Training ------------------------(5 New Bills) 090315
Vet Job Training [01] ------------------(Green Jobs Academy) 090415
Vet Jobs [01] -----------------------------(Job Fairs)
Vet Jobs [02] -----------------------------(Trucking Business) 080715
Vet Jobs [03] -----------------------------(Federal Age Restrictions) 080801
Vet Jobs [04] -----------------------------(IRS Meets Goal) 080915
Vet Jobs [05] -----------------------------(Federal Government 2007) 081115
Vet Jobs [06] -----------------------------(OPM Changes) 081115
Vet Jobs [07] -----------------------------(Helmets to Hardhats) 081215
Vet Jobs [08] -----------------------------(WOTC Employer Incentive) 090415
Vet Jobs [09] -----------------------------(Federal Employment) 090501
Vet Jobs [11] -----------------------------(H.R.4058) 091115
Vet Jobs [12] -----------------------------(CA New Initiative) 100115
Vet Jobs [13] -----------------------------(New Federal Employment Website) 100201
Vet Jobs [14] -----------------------------(H.R.2847 Omits Vets) 100301
Vet Jobs [15] -----------------------------(H.R.2701) 100301
Vet Jobs [16] -----------------------------(Interactive Career Fair) 100415
Vet Jobs [17] -----------------------------(House Hearing Inputs) 100501
Vet Jobs [18] -----------------------------(Hiring Reform Concerns) 100601
Vet Jobs [19] -----------------------------(Delta Airline Wants Vets) 100701
Vet Jobs [20] -----------------------------(SHRM Study Disclosures) 100715
Vet Jobs [21] -----------------------------(DHS Direct Authority) 100801
Vet Jobs [22] -----------------------------(Federal Agencies) 101001
Vet Jobs [23] -----------------------------(Chicago Police Department) 101101
Vet Legislative Advances -------------(2008) 081215
Vet Organization Bingo ----------------(Instant Bingo)
Vet Overseas Residency Considerations (Benefit non-availability)
Vet Pro Bono Assistance --------------(Veterans Consortium)
Vet Pro Bono Assistance [01] --------(Center for Vet Advancement) 091201
Vet Resource -----------------------------(Survival Guide) 090301
VET SBA Office Closed ---------------(No advance word)
Vet Suicide --------------------------------(Twice non-Vet Rate)
Vet Spouse Federal Employment ----(Who’s Eligible) 081015
Vet State Bonuses [01] -----------------(Check it Out) 101101
Vet Support from States ----------------(Sample List) 080515
Vet Support from States [01] ----------(Florida) 081201
Vet Support from States [02] ----------(Declining) 090601
Vet Toxic Exposure ----------------------(Bill S.642) 090401
Vet Toxic Exposure - see Camp Lejeune
Vet Toxic Exposure - see Lawsuit (Burn Pit)
Vet Toxic Exposure ~ Atsuki ----------(VA report to SVAC) 091101
Vet Toxic Exposure ~ Basura [01]----(Exposees sought) 091101
Vet Toxic Exposure ~ Basura [02]-----(Lawsuit Refiled)
Vet Toxic Exposure ~ Basura [03]-----(Oregon Lawsuit) 101101
Vet Toxic Exposure ~ Basura:----------(NG Unit CO Dying)
Vet Toxic Exposure ~ El Toro-----------(VA Claim Honored) 100915
Vet Toxic Exposure ~ Ft. Detrick -----(1,410 compounds ) 100815
Vet Toxic Exposure ~ Ft. Detrick [01] (Investigation) 100901
Vet Toxic Exposure ~ Ft. Detrick [02] (Herbicide Development) 101015
Vet Toxic Exposure ~ Ft. Detrick [03] (Input Sought) 101101
Vet Toxic Exposure ~ LeJeune ---------(Health survey)
Vet Toxic Exposure ~ LeJeune [01] ---(Notification policy)
Vet Toxic Exposure ~ LeJeune [02] ---(Guests Health Risk) 081201
Vet Toxic Exposure ~ LeJeune [03] ---(No Chemicals Found)
Vet Toxic Exposure ~ LeJeune [04] ---(Registration) 090315
Vet Toxic Exposure ~ LeJeune [05] ---(About Face) 090501
Vet Toxic Exposure ~ LeJeune [06] ---(Disease Link Study) 090701
Vet Toxic Exposure ~ LeJeune [07] ---(S.1518) 090801
Vet Toxic Exposure ~ LeJeune [08] ---(History) 091101
Vet Toxic Exposure ~ LeJeune [09] ---(Legislation) 100301
Vet Toxic Exposure ~ LeJeune [10] ---(Navy to Fund Study) 100301
Vet Toxic Exposure ~ LeJeune [11] ---(Jones Lawsuit) 100301
Vet Toxic Exposure ~ LeJeune [12] ---(Obama Sent Report) 100515
Vet Toxic Exposure ~ Lejeune  [13] ---(VA Says No Link) 101001
Vet Toxic Exposure ~ Malathion -------(Operation Flyswatter) 100715
Vet Toxic Exposure ~ Sand --------------(Afghanistan) 100701
Vet Toxic Exposure ~ TCE --------------(Presumption Needed) 090315
Vet Toxic Exposure ~ Vieques ---------(Puerto Rico) 091101
Vet Toxic Exposure Legislation [01] --H.R.2419) 090701
Vet Toxic Exposure Legislation [02] --(S.1779) 091101
VetDogs --------------------------------------(Disabled/Blind Vet Aids)
Veteran Appreciation Event -------------(Fun-4-All) 100501
Veteran Charities --------------------------(Vets receive little to none)
Veteran Charities [01] --------------------(Where donations go)
Veteran Charities [02] --------------------(VVA Solicitation)
Veteran Charities [03] --------------------(Congressional Hearings)
Veteran Charities [04] --------------------(AIP Report Card)
Veteran Charities [05] -------------------(Educate Yourself)
Veteran Charities [06] -------------------(Hearings Scheduled)
Veteran Charities [07] -------------------(Congressional Hearing Held)
Veteran Charities [08] -------------------(ASA Misrepresents Support) 080401
Veteran Charities [08] -------------------(ASA Misrepresents Support) 080315
Veteran Charities [09] -------------------(Check before Donating) 090701
Veteran Charities [10] -------------------(CSAH Misleading Data) 100115
Veteran Charities [11] -------------------(IRS Tax Treatment) 100415
Veteran Charities [12] -------------------(Giving wisely) 100801
Veteran Charities [13] -------------------(U.S. Fallen Heroes Foundation) 100815
Veteran Charities [14] -------------------(Scammers) 100815
Veteran College Tips --------------------(Locating & Enrolling) 100915
Veteran Diabetes & Obesity ----------(VA action)
Veteran Disability Claim Help --------(VSOs vary in training and oversight)
Veteran Disinterment -------------------(Family Decision)
Veteran Employment --------------------(Rights)
Veteran Employment – see Veteran Federal employment
Veteran Employment [01] --------------(2005 Overview)
Veteran Employment [02] --------------(Chicago OCT Symposium)
Veteran Employment [03] --------------(2008 Top 25 Jobs)
Veteran Employment [04] --------------(11.3% Unemployed) 090915
Veteran Employment [05] --------------(SVAC Hearing 18 NOV) 091201
Veteran Employment [06] --------------(968,000 Unemployed) 100201
Veteran Federal Employment ---------(FY2002 Numbers)
Veteran Federal Employment [01] ---(2004 hiring increase)
Veteran Federal Employment [02] ---(VRA)
Veteran Federal Employment [03] ---(Vets Entitled to Hearings)
Veteran Federal Employment [04] ---(RC Vet Preference)
Veteran Grave Vandals -----------------(Private Property Law)
Veteran Grave Vandals [01] -----------(Senate Committee Action) 080701
Veteran Legislation 2007 [01] ---------($80 Billion Price Tag)
Veteran Legislation 2007 [02] ---------(House Passes 6 Bills)
Veteran Legislation 2008 ---------------(S.3023 Omnibus Bill Passes) 081015
Veteran Legislation 2009 ---------------(House Cleared Bills) 090815
Veteran Presence Diminishing --------(Demographic Shifts)
Veteran Resource [01] ------------------(Retired Military Personnel Handbook) 090315
Veteran Rural Health Advisory Committee (Appointees) 080615
Veteran Service Officers ---------------(How they can help)
Veteran Service Organizations -------(Importance of Joining) 100401
Veteran Statistics ------------------------(Diminishing) 090815
Veteran Statistics [01] ------------------(Public Opinion Polls) 091115
Veteran Support --------------------------(Obama's Pledge) 090901
Veteran Travel Opportunities ---------(Barking Sands, Kauai HI) 081101
Veteran Web Links ----------------------(Alphabetical listing)
Veteran Web Links [01] ----------------(Updated List)
Veteran Web Links [02] ----------------(Where to Look) 081215
Veteran’s Taxable Pay ------------------(What to claim)
Veterans Affairs Services --------------(Warning to Veterans) 101201
Veterans Affairs Services [01] (Warning no Longer Valid) 101215
Veterans Benefit Expiration [01] -----(Update) 080715
Veterans Benefit Protection Act ------(Hiring Attorneys)
Veterans Benefits Act 2003 ------------(Provisions)
Veterans Benefits Act 2004 ------------(VA Benefit Upgrades)
Veterans Benefits Act 2006 ------------(New spouse benefit)
Veterans Benefits Act 2007 ------------(S. 1326 Improvements)
Veterans Benefits Expirations ---------(Did you Know?) 080601
Veterans Burial Benefit – see VA
Veterans Campaign -----------------------(Training Program) 090901
Veterans Care Program -----------------(Illinois Uninsured Vets) 090415
Veterans College Services Programs (New VMPS Standards) 101115
Veterans Compensation Equity Bill - (10% Disability Rating) 080415
Veterans Consortium Pro Bono Program (Overview) 100215
Veterans Corps ----------------------------(GIVE Act H.R.1388) 090401
Veterans Corps [01] ----------------------(Obama Expected to Approve) 090415
Veterans Corps [02] ----------------------(Vet Application Date) 091201
Veterans' Court ---------------------------(San Bernardino CA) 090401
Veterans' Court [01] ---------------------(California Debate) 090715
Veterans' Court [02] ---------------------(HVAC Roundtable Discussion) 091001
Veterans' Court [03] ---------------------(New DPA Report) 091201
Veterans' Court [04] ---------------------(Travis County Texas) 100101
Veterans' Court [05] ---------------------(Pennsylvania Expansion) 100215
Veterans' Court [06] ---------------------(L.A. Pilot Program) 100915
Veterans' Court [07] ---------------------(1st Federal Criminal Case) 101001
Veterans Day ------------------------------(History) 081101
Veterans Day [01] ------------------------(Wear Your Medals)
Veterans Day [02] ------------------------(Free offers to vets)
Veterans Day [04] ------------------------(2010 Observances & Discounts) 101101
Veterans Day Free Meals --------------(McCormick & Schmick’s restaurants)
Veterans Day Free Meals [01] --------(Restaurant Offers)
Veterans Day Specials 2009 -----------(Complimentary & discounted) 091101
Veterans Disabilities Hearing ---------(VA/DoD disparities)
Veterans Disarmament Bill ------------(No such Thing)
Veterans Disarmament Bill [01] ------(Gun Ownership Protected) 080701
Veterans Employment Programs -----(DOL new efforts)
Veteran's Federal Employment [05] -(DVA) 090101
Veteran's Federal Employment [06] -Executive Order) 091115
Veterans Healthcare Empowerment Act (Vets to select caregivers)
Veterans Home Program [01] ---------(LTC new approach)
Veterans Home Scam -------------------(Veterans salute scam)
Veterans Improvement Act of 2003  (What it will do)
Veterans in Office -----------------------(Overall decrease)
Veterans in Office [01] -----------------(Decline Continues)
Veterans in Office [02] ** -------------(Further Decline Predicted) 101101
NPRC Military Records [03] ---------(New Center Status) 101101
Veterans in Office [03] -----------------(112th Congress) 101201
Veterans Inaugural Ball --------------- (Supporters Scammed) 090201
Veterans Issues --------------------------(Looking ahead)
Veterans Issues [01] --------------------(HVAC Roundtable Discussion) 090201
Veterans Legacy Foundation --------- (New Nam fraternal organization)
Veterans Mental Health Bill ----------(Hearing Results)
Veterans Party ----------------------------(Launched)
Veterans Pension -------------------------(Benefit Awareness)
Veterans Pension [01] -------------------(Criteria)
Veterans Pension [02] -------------------(Eligibility/Rates 2009) 090301
Veterans Preference [01] --------------(Revised application form)
Veterans Preference [02] --------------(More vets covered)
Veterans Preference [03] --------------(Designer RIF)
Veterans Preference [04] --------------(Post 911)
Veterans Preference [05] --------------(Vet's Rights Violated) 090101
Veterans Presidential Choice ---------(Candidate’s answers to vet questions)
Veterans Pride Initiative – see VA
Veterans Recruitment Office ---------(2nd Office Opening)
Veterans Relationship Management (New VA Initiative) 101001
Veterans Tax Assistance ---------------(No charge options)
Veterans Tax Relief ---------------------(H.R.6081Passes) 080601
Veterans Tax Relief [01] ---------------(Signed Into Law) 080701
Veterans Tax Relief [02] ---------------(VA Retroactive Compensation) 090401
Veterans Trust Fund ---------------------(HVAC Chairman Proposal) 101015
VetJobs --------------------------------------(Vet Job Source)
VetJobs [01] --------------------------------(Job Fairs thru 14 DEC)
Vets vs. Target ----------------------------(Donation policy)
VFW Claim Assistance ------------------(Service Officers) 090801
VFW Finance Officer Indicted ---------($120,000 Embezzlement) 081015
VFW Unmet Needs Program -----------(Vet Assistance) 100401
VGLI [01] ------------------------------------(Online Account Access system)
VGLI {Veterans Group Life Insurance}
VIC (Veterans Identity Card) ----------(New Card now Available)
Vietnam Census Stats --------------------(Myths & Facts) 080415
Vietnam Cross of Gallantry Medal ---(Eligibility)
Vietnam POW Exhibit --------------------(Now open to public)
Vietnam Service Medal ------------------(Overview) 091215
Vietnam Veterans & Agent Orange --(40 Years Later) 090615
Vietnam Veterans Day -------------------(Sought) 100301
Vietnam Veterans Memorial -----------(Commemoration Recognition)
Vietnam Veterans Memorial [01] -----(Interactive Wall) 080401
Vietnam Veterans Memorial [02] -----(Traveling Half-scale Replica) 080415
Vietnam Veterans Memorial [03] -----(Vet Photos Sought) 091001
Vietnam Veterans Memorial [04] -----(Repair work) 091101
Vietnam Veterans Memorial [05] -----(19 APR Services) 100501
Vietnam Veterans Memorial [06] -----(Virtual Wall) 100615
Vietnam Veterans Memorial [07] -----(Restoration Complete) 100715
Vietnam Veterans Memorial [08] **--(AO Death Inclusion) 101001
Vietnam War Commemoration ---------(Commission Charter) 100515
Vietnam War Facts ------------------------(Stats)
Vinegar ---------------------------------------(Uses) 100101
Virginia Exam Reciprocity -------------- (Credit Verification)
Virginia Survivor Education Bill ------- (Submitted for signature)
Virginia Tuition [01] -----------------------(Vet reduced rates)
Virginia Vet Legislation ------------------(Newly Approved) 100715
Visa Fee increase --------------------------(U.S.) 100701
Visa: U.S. Electronic Form DS-156 ----(New Requirement)
VISTA {Veterans Health Information Systems and Technology Architecture}
VITA {Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program}
Vitamin Supplements ----------------------(May be of no benefit)
Vitamin Supplements [01] ----------------(Prevention Trial Results) 090301
VLER {Virtual Lifetime Electronic Record}
Voluntary Separation Incentive ---------(Legislation Needed)
Voluntary Separation Incentive [03]----(Recoupment) 100901
Voter Registration --------------------------(Make it count)
Votes Count ----------------------------------(Make Sure You Vote) 081101
VRA {Veterans Readjustment Appointment}
VSI ---------------------------------------------(Legislation Needed)
VSI [01] ---------------------------------------(Ineligible for CRDP) 090601
VSI [02] ---------------------------------------(Bonus Payback Suspension) 090601
VSI {Voluntary Separation Incentive}

WA State New Vet Laws ---------------- (Vet benefits boosted)
Walking Impact on Disability Risk ----(41% Risk Decrease) 080801
Wall Commemoration Recognition ----(How to Obtain)
Wallet Lost/Stolen -------------------------(What to do)
Wal-Mart Holiday Giveaway -----------(DoD/Exchanges nix)
Walter Reed Army Medical Center ---(Closing in 2011)
Walter Reed Data Breach ---------------(Gov’t Breaches Continue) 080615
Walter Reed NICoE -----------------------(Old Bethesda) 100801
War Dog Memorial ------------------------(Utah Veterans Memorial Park)
Warmth & Health --------------------------(House Tips) 081215
Warts ------------------------------------------(Cause & Treatment) 081115
Warts [01] ------------------------------------(Cancer Link) 081115
Washington DSHS Veterans Project --(Vets using Medicaid)
We Care for Veterans Program --------(Caregiver offer) 091101
Weight Reduction --------------------------(Common Barriers)
Weight Reduction [01] --------------------(Harness Body Chemistry) 090701
Welcome Home Package -----------------(Vet home purchase grants)
WEP/GPO ------------------------------------(Congressional Hearing)
Wheelchair Fishing Boat -----------------(MacDill AFB MWR)
Whooping Cough ---------------------------(Overview)
Whooping Cough [01] ---------------------(Vaccine Usage)
WI Vet Educational Benefits ------------(Overview) 080615
Wiccan Pentacle Lawsuit -----------------(Now Authorized)
Widow's Penalty ----------------------------(On Hold) 090701
Will [01] ---------------------------------------(Guidelines) 080801
Will [02] ---------------------------------------(What to Avoid) 080815
Will Rogers Memorial Museum --------(Words of Wisdom)
Will Succession Plan -----------------------(Who is your Executor)
Windows Vista ------------------------------(Boycott - MS will not replace w/XP)
Windows Vista [01] ------------------------(Business Concerns)
Windows Vista [02] ------------------------(Installing New Software)
Windows Vista [03] ------------------------(Class Action Lawsuit) 080415
Windows Vista [04] ------------------------(Save Windows XP Campaign) 080501
Windows Vista [05] ------------------------(Performance Impacts Revenues) 080615
Windows Vista [06] ------------------------(XP Downgrade Option) 080801
Wisconsin Vet Tuition Aid ---------------(Cuts Pending)
Wisconsin Veterans Homes [03] -------(Vets Priced Out) 100901
Women Veterans' Scholarship ----------(Apply to RNA) 080515
Women’s Service Memorial -------------(Opening 20 Oct 07)
World War I Memorial --------------------(Completion Projected 2018) 080915
World War I Memorial [01] --------------(Restoration to Begin AUG) 100801
Wounded Warrior Assistance------------(WRAMC Fallout)
Wounded Warrior Assistance [01] -----(SASC Approves S.1606)
Wounded Warrior Assistance [02] -----(Hotline Call Center)
Wounded Warrior Assistance [03] -----(Senate Passes Bill)
Wounded Warrior Transition Assistance Act (S.944) 090515
Wounded Warrior USMC Regiment --(Established 1 APR)
WRAMC [04] -------------------------------(Medical care review)
WRAMC [05] -------------------------------(Tip of the Iceberg)
WRAMC [06] -------------------------------(May not close)
WRAMC [07] -------------------------------(Alternate closing proposal)
WRAMC [08] -------------------------------(Review group report)
WRAMC [09] -------------------------------(Gates supports closing)
WRAMC [10] -------------------------------(Road ahead)
WRAMC [11] -------------------------------(President’s panel report)
WRAMC [12] -------------------------------(Xmas Greetings to Wounded)
WRAMC [13] -------------------------------(Holiday Mail for Heroes) 081201
WRAMC {Walter Reed Army Medical Center}
WRAMC Amputee Facility -------------(Waiver allows opening)
WRAMC Donations ----------------------(Returning troop’s needs)
WRAMC Donations [01] ----------------(Put on hold)
Wreaths Across America [01] ----------(Overview) 091215
Wreaths Across America [02] ----------(2010 Xmas Placement) 101215
WRNMMC (Walter Reed) -------------(Not World Class) 100215
WW II Memorial --------------------------(Dedication celebration)
WW1 Vet Search --------------------------(VA looking for)
WW1 Vet Search [01] --------------------(Who is left?)
WW1 Vet Search [02] --------------------(Only 4 left)
WW1 Vet Search [03] --------------------(Memorial Plans)
WW1 Vet Search [04] --------------------(Buckles Turns 108) 090215
WW1 Vet Search [05] --------------------(Buckles turns 109) 100215
WW1 Vet Search [06] --------------------(Last Canadian Dies) 100315
WWII Merchant Marine Bill -----------(Equity questioned)
WWII Vet's Shocking Death -----------(Frozen Body Found) 090215
Wyoming Veterans Home ---------------(Overview)

X...None

YMCA Memberships ------------------(New DoD Program) 081015

Z...None



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