Updated School Certifying Official Webinar Slides
The updated transcript of the November 29, 2017 Education Service Webinar is now available including answers to unanswered questions asked during the Webinar.
Forever GI Bill ® Explained
The Harry W. Colmery Veterans Education Assistance Act of 2017, commonly referred to as the “Forever GI Bill ®,” was signed into law on August 16, 2017. It made several changes to GI Bill ®, one of which was an extension of the time limit to use the Post-9/11 GI Bill ®. See more information on the Colmery Act and search “Elimination of 15-year Limitation to use the Post-9/11 GI Bill Program.”
Keep Alive the Spirit of ’45 End of World War II Celebration
Join the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery as we celebrate the Spirit of '45 and honor the end of World War II.
Free Resources Available for Mental Wellness & Suicide Prevention.
The Rocky Mountain MIRECC (Mental Illness Research, Education and Clinical Center) for Veteran Suicide Prevention has free resources available.
VA Announces Adoption of American Cancer Society Mammogram Screening Guidelines
Today, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced it is adopting American Cancer Society (ACS) breast cancer screening guidelines that give women a choice to begin screening at age 40. The guidelines also recommend starting yearly mammograms by age 45 and then every other year from age 55. The guidelines apply to women at average risk for breast cancer and complement VA’s already-extensive program for breast care for Veterans.
VA’s Rule Establishes a Presumption of Service Connection for Diseases Associated with Exposure to Contaminants in the Water Supply at Camp Lejeune
VA’s Rule Establishes a Presumption of Service Connection for Diseases Associated with Exposure to Contaminants in the Water Supply at Camp Lejeune.
VA Press Release: VA Secretary Announces Intention to Expand Mental Health Care to Former Servicemembers With Other-Than-Honorable Discharges and in Crisis
Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Dr. David J. Shulkin while testifying in a House Veterans Affairs Committee hearing on March 7, 2017, announced his intention to expand provisions for urgent mental health care needs to former servicemembers with other-than-honorable (OTH) administrative discharges. This move marks the first time a VA Secretary has implemented an initiative specifically focused on expanding access to assist former OTH servicemembers who are in mental health distress and may be at risk for suicide or other adverse behaviors.
VA Tier Medication Copay Changes Take Effect 2/27/17
Department of Veterans Affairs Medication Copayment changes will take effect on February 27, 2017.
Mountain Home AFB Conduct Flyover of State Cemetery Honoring Retired Colonel W.L. “Jack” Doerty
On Nov. 23, the 391st Fighter Squadron performed a missing man formation for the funeral of and as a tribute to retired Col. W.L. "Jack" Doerty at the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery. (U.S. Air Force video by Tech. Sgt. Samuel Morse)
VA Burial Cost Increase Effective October 1, 2016
Effective October 1, 2016 for Federal Fiscal Year 2017 the burial rate for Veterans, Spouses and Eligible Dependents has increased to $749.00 effective immediately.
If you or someone you know are in crisis, please call the Veterans' Lifeline by dialing 9-8-8.