by ADC | Jul 18, 2024 | On Base
The National Guard is being deployed in too many non-traditional missions outside its core function, potentially undermining its readiness, several former Guard leaders wrote in a Military Times op-ed. “These missions come at a considerable cost to state and federal...
by ADC | Jul 18, 2024 | Mental Health, On Base, Veterans
The DOD and VA Joint Executive Committee should improve the way it communicates with transitioning service members who may be seeking mental health services, the Government Accountability Office said in a new report. DOD automatically enrolls any departing service...
by ADC | Jul 18, 2024 | In Our Communities, On Base
California Naval Pier Finishes Extensive Modernization Project Seal Beach Naval Weapons Station, California has finished a $157 million renovation that started in 2019. The rework means the pier can service two destroyer-sized ships at once, and it provides a valuable...
by ADC | Jul 17, 2024 | Congress/DoD, On Base, PFAS
DOD will likely ask for an extension of its Oct. 1 deadline to transition to a new firefighting foam that does not include PFAS, and the chemicals could be in use at installations for two more years, Military.com reported. The harmful “forever chemicals” have been...
by ADC | Jul 17, 2024 | Congress/DoD, Defense Budget, On Base
ADC is hosting a webinar Thursday at 3 p.m. Eastern time to share the latest on defense legislation on Capitol Hill. Register here to join the webinar. Participants will get an insiders’ look at the discussions lawmakers are having about the federal budget, defense...
by ADC | Jul 16, 2024 | In Our Communities, On Base
Ike Back in Virginia The aircraft carrier Dwight D. Eisenhower has returned to Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia, after a nine-month deployment responding to Houthi attacks, as Military Times reported. Connecticut Considering OLDCC Grant for Updated Use Plan The Groton,...
by ADC | Jul 16, 2024 | Military Families, Military Spouse Leadership Initiative, On Base
The end of the month marks the final opportunity to nominate leadership and community-focused military spouses for ADC’s Military Spouse Leadership Initiative. The selected spouses will have the opportunity to travel to ADC live events and represent military families...
by ADC | Jul 15, 2024 | Mission Support/Community Partnerships, On Base
Hire Heroes USA helps veterans, transitioning service members and military spouses find success in the civilian workforce, facilitating about 300 job placements a week. On Base talked with the nonprofit’s CEO, Ross Dickman, about partnering with employers to recognize...
by ADC | Jul 15, 2024 | NDAA, News from ADC, On Base
ADC is hosting a webinar Thursday at 3 p.m. Eastern time to share the latest on defense legislation on Capitol Hill. Participants will get an insiders’ look at the discussions lawmakers are having about the federal budget, defense spending and the National Defense...
