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Military Report is the most comprehensive military benefits and quality-of-life newsletter for military personnel and retirees. Make sure that you and your colleagues subscribe for this free update publication. -------------------------------- 30 NOVEMBER 2009------------------------------------------- Is SGLI enough? SGLI may not be enough to protect your family. USAA Military Protection Plus life insurance can help provide the coverage you need. Contact us today at usaa.com/MPP. Beneficiaries, Vets Shielded From Health Reform The national health reform bill passed by the House last month and the Senate version to be debated in early December pose no threat to current military health care benefits. More Deal of the Week: Up to 87% Off Limited time offer for US Military. Microsoft Office Standard 2007 for only $49.99. More Online GI Bill Benefits Transfer A new Air Force module launching this month in the virtual Military Personnel Flight will simplify the process of transferring Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits to dependents. More AF Heroism Award Nominees Needed The Air Force Sergeants Association is seeking nominations for the 2010 Pitsenbarger Award, which recognizes an Air Force enlisted servicemember who has performed a heroic act. More getcashback.com To get a Navy Federal VISA cashRewards credit card with low rates, no annual fee and no caps or expirations on rewards, click now. Exchanges Offer Shuttle Program To ensure military Families living and working near smaller locations enjoy the same selection as those at bigger installations, the AAFES has instituted a "Shuttle Program." More What College Will Give You Credit for Military Service Your service in the Military may have earned you up to a full semester of college credit. Military.com connects you to hundreds of schools who recognize the work you've already done. More An Overview of VA Home Loans For veterans and active duty military personnel, a VA loan can be the most flexible home financing option available. More Featured Job: Government and Law Enforcement Use your military experience to land a federal job. Search thousands of Federal, State and local jobs in Law Enforcement and Homeland Security on Military.com. More HooahMail Speeds Delivery The Army's HooahMail program makes it possible for friends and family members to put a paper letter and photograph into the hands of their loved ones in Afghanistan, in some cases, on the same day it is sent. More Navy Offers Employment Assistance The Navy provides eligible veterans no-cost assistance from employment specialists. More Exchange Online Mall The recent addition of Fingerhut, Government Vacation Rewards and 21 additional name-brand websites is driving sales growth of 26 percent at the All-Service's Exchange Online Mall. More Navy to Eliminate Field Records As the Navy moves forward with plans to eliminate the enlisted field service record, Sailors need to establish a self-service account that will allow them to access to their new digital record. More AF Records Transferred to Archives Approximately 177,000 official military personnel files from the Air Force were transferred recently to the National Archives and Records Administration. More Gift Cards for Our Troops Any American can send an Army and Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) gift card by simply calling 800-527-2345 or logging on to the AAFES website . More Air Force Urges Holiday Safety For the Air Force Safety Center team, the holiday season can be one of the most dangerous times of the year. More AF Changes Crossroads Website Effective Dec. 1, the Crossroads website will be hosted on the Air Force portal. More Navy Revises Family Care Plan The Navy recently announced revisions to its Family Care Plan policy, which includes a new deployment deferment option for eligible Sailors. More AF Initiates New Fitness Standards The new Air Force fitness standards will officially begin July 1, 2010. The updated program will test Airmen twice during calendar year 2010. More Army Develops Global Network The U.S. Army is developing a global network that Soldiers will be able to access anywhere in the world using capabilities similar to a Blackberry or iPhone. More Exchanges Sponsor Contest The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is encouraging military shoppers to share their photo memories for a shot at a $1,000 shopping spree. More Up-to-the-minute Military News Full Military Report Start Your Own Subscription Forward this newsletter to your friends and colleagues in the military community. Military Report Published by Military.com Editors: Brian Aguilar, Ho Lin Editorial Questions: http://www.military.com/Content/MoreContent1?file=FAQ Web site: subscribe ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |