In-DepthCBO Report: S. 2333, Health Records Enhancement Act (Reported by Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee)
CBO Reports ·
Health & Benefits
FEHB, TRICARE, FEGLI, TSP, dental, vision, and other benefit programs for the federal and military community.
In-DepthProposed veterans bill draws backlash over potential VA benefit cuts
Stars and Stripes ·
Veterans Can Get $50,000 Loans to Help Launch Small Businesses
Military.com ·
In-DepthCBO Report: S. 3033, Improving Access to Care for Rural Veterans Act
CBO Reports ·
Report: 75% of Veterans Enrolled in VA Health Care Don’t Qualify for VA Dental Benefits
Military.com ·
5 things to know in veterans news: Atomic vets convene, benefit scam alert, a VIP welcome at the DC grand prix
Stars and Stripes ·
Survey: 27% of Veterans Report Losing Money to Scams, Often More Than $500
Military.com ·
In-DepthSenate seeks audit of TRICARE pharmacy benefits program over potential conflicts
FNN — Congress ·
Senate Candidate James Talarico Pledges Changes on VA Care, Veterans Benefits and Privatization
Military.com ·
VA, Mortgage Bankers Association discuss expanding affordable homeownership for Veterans
VA News ·
VA Federal EHR Enables VHIC Check-In, Ending Audible “Last-Four” Verification at VA Medical Centers
VA News ·
Social Security expands electronic health record sharing to speed up disability claims decisions
Government Executive +2 sources ·
Inside VA’s Mental Health Treatment Playbook: Why FDA-Approved Care Isn’t Always Available
Army Times +1 source ·
Inside VA’s mental health treatment playbook: How VA decides what care veterans can access
Air Force Times +2 sources ·
Agencies Must Verify All Family Members Added to FEHB Plans During Upcoming Open Season
FEDweek ·
CRS Report Questions OPM Authority to Access FEHB/PSHB Enrollee Medical Records
FEDweek +1 source ·
AAFES director Tom Shull retires after expanding veteran access and strengthening exchange perks
Air Force Times +1 source ·
AAFES chief Tom Shull retires after expanding exchange benefits for veterans and boosting perks for troops
Marine Corps Times ·
In-DepthVeterans of nuclear cleanup missions may soon qualify for compensation
Task & Purpose ·
Pentagon to pilot reimbursements for service members freezing eggs or sperm
The Hill ·
Million Veteran Program advances research to improve veterans’ mental health care
VA News +1 source ·
VA: Suicide prevention support is available for all Veterans, including rural and unenrolled Veterans
VA News +1 source ·
As AI becomes more common at the VA, veterans want to know how decisions are made
Federal News Network +1 source ·
For many veterans seeking help, the biggest problem turns out to be a legal one
Federal News Network ·
Six steps Veteran homeowners can take to avoid foreclosure on a VA Home Loan
VA News ·
OPM Confirms FEHB/PSHB Plan Reductions Ahead of 2027 Open Season; Eight Plans Exit for 2026
Reddit — r/fednews ·
DoD Launches 3-Year Demonstration Project to Reimburse Gamete Cryopreservation and Storage for Certain Service Members
Federal Register — DoD +1 source ·
VA Warns of National Postcard Scam as Health Care Notices Go Out to 3.8M Veterans
Military.com +1 source ·
What’s Changing in Federal Benefits Before the 2027 Open Season
ClearanceJobs News +1 source ·
VA’s Million Veteran Program research is driving new health discoveries for Veterans
VA News +1 source ·
FEHB and Medicare: How they work together in retirement
Federal News Network ·
Exclusive: New VFW Commander Geisler Leads 1.3M Members, Highlights TCAVA, Mental Health and Younger Veterans
Military.com ·
TCAVA Fallout Could Put Millions of Veterans’ VA Benefits at Risk
Military.com ·
VA to Mail “Choose VA” Postcards to Veterans Not Enrolled in VA Health Care
VA News +1 source ·
New Lawsuit Challenges FEHB Ban on Some Gender-Affirming Care
NARFE News +1 source ·
How to access your Foreign Medical Program benefits letter
VA News +1 source ·
TSP Roth Conversions: The Tax-Bracket Mistake That Could Cost You $50,000
FedSmith ·
Avoid This TSP Roth Conversion Mistake That Can Trigger a Big Tax Hit
FedSmith ·
In-DepthHouse GOP pulls vote on military benefits bill amid dispute over future VA disability claims
The Hill ·
5 veterans news updates: Post-9/11 vets missing TBI exams, disability payouts rising, ex-submariners push easier benefits access
Stars and Stripes ·
5 things to know in veterans news: Post-9/11 vets miss out on TBI exams, disability payouts rise, ex-submariners urge easier access to benefits
Stars and Stripes ·
Cellphones, blankets and rental help offered again to homeless veterans
Stars and Stripes ·
Thrift Savings Plan funds post losses in July, most still up for the year
Federal News Network ·
Your Post-65 FEGLI Decision: A Choice That Shapes Retirement for Decades
FedSmith ·
New VA Video Connect accessibility features improve telehealth appointments
VA News +1 source ·
Florida, Virginia and Texas Rank as Top States for Disabled Veterans, New Data Shows
Military.com ·
Study finds ALS rates among veterans vary by military branch
Stars and Stripes ·
Report: VA disability payments can limit veterans’ access to public assistance programs
Stars and Stripes +1 source ·
Risk of developing ALS varies by service, study finds
Air Force Times +5 sources ·
TSP investments continued to tumble in July
GovExec — Pay & Benefits ·
Survey: Public Sector Employees Say Health Benefits Are Falling Short as Costs Rise
FedSmith ·
Veterans Crisis Line offers support beyond suicide crises
VA News ·
VA: Veterans Crisis Line is for any level of distress — not just suicide crises
VA News ·
VA launches ChatEHR tool to help staff navigate the new Federal EHR
VA News +1 source ·
VA Mileage Reimbursement Disparities Are Affecting Veterans Nationwide, Especially in Rural Areas
Military.com ·
OPM breach victims could get identity protection for life
Reddit — r/fednews ·
OPM breach victims may get lifetime identity protection as coverage nears Sept. 30 end date
Government Executive +1 source ·
In-Depth90,000 Veterans Could Get VA Disability Appeals Reopened After Decades
Military.com ·
Some Veterans Could Pay More for VA Prescriptions in 2027 — Here’s Who’s Affected
Military.com +1 source ·
VA Is Running Multiple Psychedelic Drug Trials for Veterans — With One Shared Goal
Military.com ·
VA Approves $1.2 Billion in New Facility Upgrades: What It Means for Veterans
Military.com ·
Southern Arizona VA reports surge in Veterans enrolling in VA health care
VA News +1 source ·
SGLI to VGLI Conversion in 2026: The $100K Mistake Healthy Veterans Keep Making
Military.com ·
New VA Policy Can Cover Up to 10 Months of Rent for Homeless Veterans
Military.com +1 source ·
In-DepthSenators demand OPM withdraw proposal to access FEHB/PSHB claims-level health data
GovExec — Pay & Benefits ·
Study: Average VA disability payments rose nearly 40% over the past 14 years
Air Force Times +5 sources ·
VA launches trial to test GLP-1 medications (Ozempic, Wegovy) for alcohol use disorder in veterans
Air Force Times +6 sources ·
VA launches trial to test GLP-1 drugs Ozempic and Wegovy for alcohol use disorder in veterans
Federal Times +1 source ·
Veterans With PTSD Report 'Striking' Improvements From Psilocybin Treatments
Military.com +1 source ·
200,000 Veterans Enrolled in VA Health Care in 2026, a New Record — Here’s Who’s Eligible
Military.com ·
Families of Veterans Too Mentally Ill to Apply for VA Life Insurance May Still Be Able to File a Claim
Military.com ·
Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound: What VA and TRICARE Actually Cover
Military.com +1 source ·
Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, Zepbound: Differences — and What VA and TRICARE Actually Cover
Military.com ·
VA Education Benefit That Can Pay More Than the GI Bill Is Often Overlooked
Military.com ·
NARFE Warns OPM Could Re-Identify ‘Anonymous’ Medical Records Under New Access Plan
FEDweek ·
NARFE Questions OPM Privacy Assurances for Expanded Access to Federal Employee Medical Records
FEDweek ·
NARFE Urges OPM to Strengthen Privacy Protections for FEHB and PSHB Claims Data
NARFE News +1 source ·
FedLife Podcast Ep. 172: New “Trump Accounts” Under OBBBA 2025 and Rules for Large TSP/IRA Inheritances
Serving Those Who Serve ·
OPM Moves Forward With Health Data Collection Plan Amid Privacy Concerns
FEDmanager ·
‘Hospital on wheels’ to start serving rural veterans
Stars and Stripes +1 source ·
Suicidal ideations rise among veterans, but attempts remain stable, study finds
Army Times +5 sources ·
Study: Suicidal ideation among U.S. veterans up nearly 50% in five years, attempts stable
Air Force Times +1 source ·
TSP Millionaires Reach Record High as Markets Rebound in Q2
FedSmith ·
In-DepthA congressional fight over VA benefits is dividing veterans groups
Task & Purpose ·
In-DepthCBO Report: H.R. 5999, Veteran Opioid Emergency Treatment Act (Ordered Reported May 14, 2026)
CBO Reports ·
NARFE still has concerns with OPM’s plan to collect employee health care records
GovExec — Pay & Benefits +1 source ·
NARFE says OPM’s plan to collect FEHB claims data still raises privacy concerns
GovExec — Pay & Benefits ·
Study finds sharp rise in suicidal thoughts among U.S. military veterans
Stars and Stripes ·
What Federal Employees Need to Know About OPM’s Latest FEHB Data Collection Changes
FedSmith ·
OPM Expands FEHB/PSHB Claims Data Collection: What Federal Employees Should Know
FedSmith ·
In-DepthCBO Report: H.R. 5723 Would Tighten Oversight and Fraud Controls in VA Disability Exams
CBO Reports ·
VA awards Salesforce $1.6B contract to expand veteran care and services tools
Nextgov/FCW ·
Can You Suspend FEHB Coverage If You Have TRICARE?
FedSmith ·
GOP lawmakers seek review of VFW’s VA claims authority after “firing squad” cartoon controversy
Federal Times +1 source ·
VHA modernization will be judged by improvements to veteran and provider experience
FNN — Benefits ·
VHA modernization: The real measure is whether veterans and providers see a better experience
FNN — Benefits ·
OPM Seeks Public Comment on FEGLI Form for Reducing or Canceling Coverage (RI 76-30)
Federal Register — OPM ·
DoD Launches TRICARE Demonstration for Ambulance Add-On Reimbursement for Pre-Hospital Blood Transfusions
Federal Register — DoD ·
Medicare Part B costs are rising—what federal retirees should weigh alongside FEHB
GovExec — Pay & Benefits ·
Medicare Part B costs are rising again—what it means for FEHB retirees
GovExec — Pay & Benefits ·
VA’s top health official pushes IT overhaul to cut bureaucracy, boost veteran care
FNN — Veterans Affairs ·
OPM Partners With White House Task Force to Eliminate Fraud and Strengthen Health Benefits Oversight
OPM News ·
OPM proposes new rules to verify FEHB enrollments and prevent ineligible coverage
GovExec — Pay & Benefits ·
OPM proposes new FEHBP enrollment verification requirements to curb ineligible coverage
GovExec — Pay & Benefits ·
OPM Cracks Down on Fraudulent FEHB Health Benefits Enrollment
OPM News +1 source ·
OPM Cracking Down on Fraudulent Health Benefits Enrollment
OPM News +1 source ·
OPM to tighten verification of FEHB family member eligibility
FNN — Open Season ·
OPM to tighten FEHB dependent eligibility verification to curb ineligible enrollment
FNN — Open Season +1 source ·
Advocacy group sues Trump administration over abortion access for veterans
FNN — Veterans Affairs ·
VA approves nearly $600 million for medical facility upgrades and EHR rollout prep
FNN — Veterans Affairs +1 source ·