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Wounded Veterans Tax
Did you know the unofficial term for a federal policy that prohibits certain injured veterans from receiving both their full retirement pay and disability compensation is called the “wounded veterans tax?” It’s an issue that currently affects around 50,000 veterans, according to the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office, costing them each about $1,900 per month.
Military Mondays
Did you know the Houston SPCA recently announced the launch of Military Mondays? This new initiative is designed to thank and support our nation’s heroes through the gift of pet companionship. Beginning Memorial Day, May 26, 2025, all active duty service members and veterans with a valid military ID or valid veteran ID will receive $10 off all pet adoptions every Monday.
Billions Spent On Recruiting
Did you know the U.S. military spent more than $6 billion over the past three years to recruit and retain active duty service members? In what has been a growing campaign to counter enlistment shortfalls, the financial incentives to reenlist in the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marines increased dramatically from 2022 through last year.
Personality Type Drawn To Military Service
Did you know many research studies indicates that individuals with Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD) are drawn to military careers or settings where discipline and order are paramount? However, severe OCPD traits can create interpersonal and performance challenges when adaptability and flexibility are needed.
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