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National Guard Survey Results – Round 2
Soldiers and Airmen, We increased the number of surveys since last week. Please push this link out to your Association membership. The last day to take the survey is 04 MAR 2016. Here is the link for the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NationalGuardSurvey_2016 The website can be reached by cellphone, tablet and yes, even military computers. We can
Call to Action 2016-01: HR 4381 – Servicemember Retirement Improvement Act
EANGUS strongly supports HR 4381- Servicemember Retirement Improvement Act introduced by Representative Sam Johnson (R-TX). This bill would stop the IRS from stifling Guard or Reserve service members’ ability to save for their retirement. Beginning in 2018, individuals entering the National Guard will receive government-matched retirement contributions in their Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) accounts. Current
EANGUS Legislative Update 2016-01
EANGUS staff meets with Representative Wittman (R-VA) On Thursday, January 7, met Representative Rob Wittman (R-TX) at the Fleet Reserve Association’s National Office. Representative Wittman is a member of the House Armed Services Committee and chairs the powerful Readiness Subcommittee. During Q&A, Scott asked Rep. Wittman about Congressional plans to review and make changes to
Survey on the future of the National Guard
Soldiers and Airmen, Looking for your quick help on our 2016 National Guard Survey being conducted by your fellow National Guardsmen and women. This survey has run annually and the results this year will be briefed directly to senior leadership of the National Guard. Your voice will have an impact on their decision making. Go to this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NationalGuardSurvey_2016 The website can
Guard Suicides Up in Latest Report
“Suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem that doesn’t end the chances of life getting worse, it eliminates the possibility of it ever getting any better.” Statistically, we will see 90+ of our Brothers and Sisters in Arms make the wrong decision in the upcoming year. Take some time this UTA and be
TRICARE Pharmacy Copays Change February 1, 2016
From: http://www.tricare.mil/CoveredServices/BenefitUpdates/Archives/12_30_15_PharmacyCopays Military pharmacies and TRICARE Pharmacy Home Delivery will remain the lowest cost pharmacy option for TRICARE beneficiaries when some TRICARE pharmacy copays change in 2016. On Feb 1, 2016, most copays for prescription drugs at Home Delivery and retail network pharmacies will increase slightly. The 2016 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) requires TRICARE
Second Airman from New York National Guard died in Afghanistan attack
Staff Sgt. Louis Bonacasa, 31, died when a suicide bomber attacked their patrol in a village outside Bagram Air Base in Parwan Province on December 20, 2015. He was serving his fourth and final military tour. He was from Coram, New York, graduated from Newfield High school in 2002, and a member of the New
NGB Chief’s Holiday Message to Force
Gen. Frank J. Grass, the chief of the National Guard Bureau, released the following holiday message on Christmas Day: My Fellow Guardsmen, As we celebrate this holiday season and draw 2015 to a close, I extend my warmest greetings, deep gratitude and best wishes to our National Guard Soldiers and airmen and their families. Your
2016 Roll Call Wrap-Up Talking Points
ROLL CALL WRAP-UP TALKING POINTS Every month, EANGUS creates a Roll Call Wrap-Up that lists several talking points that Unit Leaders can use to explain what EANGUS and their State Associations are doing on the Service Member’s behalf. These talking points, used in conjunction with some Soldier and Airman leadership skills should assist the State
TRICARE Reserve Select
TRICARE Reserve Select is: A premium-based plan Available worldwide For qualified Selected Reserve members and their families If purchased, TRICARE Reserve Select meets or exceeds the requirements for minimum essential coverageThe Affordable Care Act requires you to maintain basic health care coverage—called minimum essential coverage. If you don’t have minimum essential coverage, you may have to pay a