by Mark Wasserbauer | Jun 18, 2019 | Benefits, Medical, Veterans
The recent launch of the MISSION Act’s new Veterans Community Care Program appears to have gone relatively smoothly with few glitches noted that we are aware of. VA barely met the deadline but did announce final rules for the VCCP and Urgent Care in...
by Mark Wasserbauer | Jun 18, 2019 | Benefits, Education, Veterans
For some time now we have been warning older service members about a cap on Post 9/11 GI Bill transfer that is scheduled to go into effect on July 12. However, the unpopular change could be repealed if language in the House Armed Services Committee (HASC)-approved...
by Mark Wasserbauer | May 19, 2019 | Benefits, Military, Veterans
VETERANS! Did you know that you can request your service records on the new VA.gov website? Records include DD 214s, DD 215s, reports of separation, and other release papers. You can also find orders and endorsements, performance reports, awards and decorations...
by Mark Wasserbauer | May 19, 2019 | Benefits, State, Taxes
Beginning with tax year 2016, you may be able to subtract certain military retirement pay (including pensions) from your Minnesota taxable income and alternative minimum taxable income. Do I qualify? You may qualify if your retirement pay is taxable on your federal...
by Mark Wasserbauer | Apr 10, 2019 | Benefits, Education, Veterans
EANGUS has released a video dealing with a vitally important issue which impacts all veterans who wish to utilize their educational benefits. The “85/15 Rule” is a regulation from the Department of Veterans Affairs that restricts the amount of Veterans...
by | Mar 21, 2019 | Benefits, Legislative, National Guard, National Office, Podcast
Overview The Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States (EANGUS) represents the interests of over 400,000 men and women in the Army and air National Guard, Veterans, and family members, and we are happy to bring you real-time information to...