by Rikki Almanza | Aug 26, 2025
Editor’s note: This article has been updated for our November 2025 newsletter. The American Legion’s 106th National Convention was held earlier this fall at the Tampa Convention Center, bringing together thousands of Veterans, families, and supporters for a week...
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 | Mar 14, 2025
On Thursday, two federal judges ruled against the mass termination of thousands of probationary federal employees, ordering their reinstatement. The rulings impact nearly 20 federal agencies, including the VA, and the majority of the 30,000 workers dismissed in...
by Rikki Almanza | Mar 13, 2025
The American Legion has released a survey for Veterans and their families to share their perspectives on recent and future government actions affecting them. The feedback helps ensure Veterans receive the care they need when they need it. Take the survey.“The American...
by Rikki Almanza | Jan 16, 2025
Companies looking to retain employees for extended periods may benefit from hiring Veterans, who tend to stay with the same employer longer than their non-Veteran counterparts. This finding comes from the 2024 Workplace Wellness Survey, WWS, by the Employee Benefit...
by Rikki Almanza | Aug 21, 2024
Humana Inc., a well-known health care insurance company, has committed to hiring at least 2,000 military-connected employees, including Veterans and military spouses, by 2032. This new commitment builds on Humana’s long-standing dedication to supporting Military...