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The Department of Veterans Affairs has launched a new welcome kit for Veterans to help them use the VA benefits and services they have earned. The kit, created by the Veterans Experience Office, is now available on www.Vets.gov and will soon be sent to all separating Servicemembers as part of VA’s existing “welcome home” process.
Read moreCongratulations to new IAM Local 4 members at Charlotte Hall Veterans Home (HMR of Maryland) who came together to ratify their first agreement.
Read moreVA has announced that the application process for the national Veterans Identification Card (VIC) is now available for Veterans — yet another action honoring their service. This has been mandated through legislation since 2015 to honor Veterans, and today’s rollout of the ID card fulfills that overdue promise. Only those Veterans with honorable service will
Read moreThe IAM has compiled a list of resources for members affected by hurricane Harvey. There is additional help available for members who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. The DAV in Houston is providing financial aid for food, clothing and lodging in the amounts of $250 – $500. Texas Veterans can contact their DAV
Read moreThis year marks the 35th Anniversary of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. In commemoration of the Anniversary, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund (VVMF) is hosting the 2017 Reading of the Names of the more than 58,000 service members inscribed on The Wall in Washington, D.C.
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