by Rikki Almanza | Sep 9, 2025
In an economy showing signs of strain, Veterans continue to maintain low unemployment rates. Their jobless numbers consistently remain below the national average, as reported by Military.com. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Veteran unemployment rate...
by Rikki Almanza | Jul 15, 2025
The recently passed ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ is set to make several changes to government spending and social programs starting in 2026, which could affect some U.S. Veterans. While the law increases defense funding and support for active-duty families, it...
by Rikki Almanza | Jul 1, 2025
In a long-awaited win for California’s military community, Governor Gavin Newsom has signed the 2025–26 state budget, which includes a new income tax exemption for retired Service Members and their surviving spouses. For the first time, Veterans receiving military...
by Rikki Almanza | Jun 5, 2025
Veterans and their families in California could soon benefit from significant tax relief after the State Assembly approved Assembly Bill 53, which proposes up to $20,000 in state income tax exemptions. Introduced by Assemblymember James C. Ramos (D-San Bernardino),...
by Rikki Almanza | May 27, 2025
On May 19, the House of Representatives passed H.R. 1815, the VA Home Loan Program Reform Act. If made into law, the legislation would allow the VA to create a permanent partial claims program to help Veteran homeowners catch up on missed mortgage payments. It also...
by Rikki Almanza | Apr 29, 2025
The California Legionnaire is compiling a list of special offers, discounts, and promotions that California Veterans and Service Members can take advantage of during May, which is Military Appreciation Month, and Memorial Day. Listings will be updated as new deals are...
