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Justice Department reinforces federal protections for servicemembers and their spouses in letter to state officials
July 17, 2023 — The Justice Department announced July 14 that it has issued a letter to all state licensing authorities about new employment-related federal protections for military families... MORE

Servicemember Civil Relief Act amended
February 14, 2023 — The Servicemember Civil Relief Act has been updated to increase the protections offered to servicemembers and their dependents... MORE

Update to law helps service members with auto, home lease payments
August 25, 2020 — Lawmakers recently passed an amendment to the Service Members Civil Relief Act, or SCRA, allowing service members to terminate an auto or housing lease agreement without a 30-day notice due to a Defense Department stop-move order... MORE

A newly assigned drill sergeant with the 199th Infantry Brigade approves a move-in inspection form at his new home on Fort Benning, Georgia, June 25, 2020.

As COVID-19 crisis continues, Servicemembers Civil Relief Act protects military
April 18, 2020 — Active-duty service members and members of the National Guard and Reserve have stepped up to shoulder the demands of the COVID-19 pandemic. They should not be burdened with additional financial worries, and help is available, tailored to their needs. ... MORE

Army publishes guidance about leases affected by DOD travel restrictions
April 9, 2020 — The U.S. Army has published guidance to assist Soldiers with permanent change of station orders who are affected by the current Department of Defense COVID-19 travel restrictions and face potential conflict with landlords... MORE

Have orders to PCS to/from Italy or Korea? Don’t break your housing lease yet, Soldiers!
March 10, 2020 — While the long-term effects of the coronavirus – COVID-19 – continue to be uncertain, the Army is taking immediate steps to protect the force, preserve readiness, and mitigate the risk of COVID-19 transmission among personnel... MORE