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Some military spouses eligible for relicensing recertification funds
July 11, 2019 — Funds to help military spouses with relicense or recertify professional accreditations costs are now available through the Military and Family Readiness Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. The spouse reimbursement for relicensure and recertification program was introduced in May 2019 with the objective of supporting a military spouse’s career... MORE

Dyess military spouse receives re-licensure reimbursement through new Air Force program

Air Force to pay up to $500 for spouse occupational license transfer during PCS
May 17, 2019 — The Air Force announced the spouse relicensure reimbursement program May 15, which would provide financial relief up to $500 to Airmen whose spouses must obtain state occupational relicensures or recertifications during a permanent change of station or assignment across state lines... MORE

The Air Force announced the spouse relicensure reimbursement program, May 15, which would provide financial relief up to $500 to Airmen whose spouses must obtain state occupational relicensures or recertifications during a permanent change of station or assignment across state lines.

The Air Force will reimburse qualifying relicensure and recertification fees incurred during PCS/PCAs authenticated on or after Dec. 12, 2017.

New Army initiatives to cut cost, time for spouses to continue careers
May 15, 2019 — The Army recently issued a directive to reduce the financial burden for spouses who wish to continue their professional careers after they move to a new duty station. The policy allows spouses to be reimbursed up to $500 for qualified relicensing costs that result from a permanent change of station or assignment to a different state. ... MORE

The Army recently issued a directive to reduce the financial burden for spouses who wish to continue their professional careers after they move to a new duty station. The policy allows spouses to be reimbursed up to $500 for qualified relicensing costs that result from a permanent change of station or assignment to a different state.

Limited professional gear allowed during PCS
May 1, 2019 — As the permanent change of station peak season approaches, Air Force officials are reminding Airmen to review the Department of Defense policy on transportation of professional gear to avoid costly charges... MORE

As the permanent change of station peak season approaches, Department of Defense officials are reminding service members to review the Department of Defense policy on transportation of professional gear to avoid costly charges.

How to make a PCS move easier during peak household goods shipping season
July 10, 2018 — Peak moving season is from May through August and Joint Base San Antonio averages approximately 4,500 customer shipments during that time... MORE

Use of the Defense Personal Property System, or DPS, website at http://www.move.mil is required to request shipment dates.

Fewer non-deployable Soldiers, less-frequent PCS moves a goal, Army secretary says
February 12, 2018 — The Army is taking a hard look at the number of Soldiers who are designated as non-deployable and also at possibly reducing the frequency of permanent-change-of-station moves, Secretary of the Army Mark Esper said at a meeting with service organizations... MORE

U.S. Army Secretary Dr. Mark T. Esper, center, meets with U.S. Soldiers participating in Exercise Allied Spirit VIII in Europe Jan. 30. During a recent roundtable with MSO/VSO organizations at the Pentagon Feb. 6, Secretary Esper provided more details about the Army's efforts to reduce the number of non-deployable Soldiers and PCS moves.

Air Force highly recommends renters insurance
September 3, 2017 — Unforeseen fires, floods, theft or accidents can occur in anyone’s residence. Airmen need to understand the importance of protecting their families from financial hardship should such losses occur. Whether you live on base or off base, the Air Force highly recommends you get renters insurance... MORE

Duplex housing at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, features rooftop solar panels. The homes are part of the Air Force Housing Privatization program portfolio, which is managed by the Air Force Civil Engineer Center. (U.S. Air Force photo/Carole Chiles Fuller)

Make PCS easier during peak household goods shipping season
April 26, 2017 — Military and civilian members who make permanent change of station, or PCS, moves from one duty station to another are authorized many entitlements... MORE

When planning a move, prepare early and be flexible by providing alternate dates for pack and pick-up that you are willing to accept for your property. Never schedule a pick-up or delivery on the same day you vacate or gain access to your residence.

PCS made easier during peak household goods shipping season
April 27, 2016 — When permanent change of station orders are received,military members are advised to not hesitate to prepare and submit shipment ofpersonal property requests to their local Personal Property... MORE