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The IAM has great respect for the men and women who have served our country in the Armed Forces. In a move to strengthen efforts of supporting those in our own ranks who have served, the delegates at the 39th IAM Grand Lodge Convention passed a resolution to implement the IAM Veteran Services Program.
Read moreIn honor of Veteran’s Day, many restaurants across the country offer free meals or appetizers to U.S. military veterans. Here is one of the many lists of discounts and freebies. Stop by one and enjoy a bite, you deserve it.
Read moreThe U.S. Forest Service is waiving fees at most of its recreation sites on Veterans Day through November 13. The fee waivers are offered in cooperation with other federal agencies under the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act. Day-use fees will be waived at all standard amenity fee sites operated by the U.S. Forest Service. Concessionaire
Read moreSmokefreeVET is an innovative, text message smoking cessation program that provides daily tips and encouragement to support Veterans who are trying to stop smoking. Cell phones are generally always with you and always on, which makes them a convenient way to deliver messages and health-related information, particularly on stopping smoking. VA’s Veterans Health Administration created SmokefreeVET in
Read moreThere are two ways to file a VA compensation claim: print the 526EZ and mail/fax it, or submit it electronically through VA and DoD’s eBenefits web portal. Most Veterans opt for the former, cross their fingers, and hope for the best. But unless you are just leaving the military, with well-documented and easily accessible service
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