New concealed carry rules governing troops on base have been released by the Defense Department. The good news is that, thanks to the policy, troops may be able to carry private weapons while off duty. The bad news is that permission is not automatic, and the policy only applies to service members, not their families. Read more about what you need to know on Military.com's SpouseBuzz blog.
3 Things to Know: New Concealed Carry Rules
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