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![C.E.O. Chat with Besa Pinchotti](https://www.militaryfamily.org/wp-content/uploads/550x350-CEO-Chat-updated-cover-19-03.png)
C.E.O. Chat with Besa Pinchotti
Besa Pinchotti, CEO of the National Military Family Association is back with her October CEO Chat. Find out what she has to say.
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There’s A Way Around the Promotion Block
Senator Tuberville continues to block promotions. NMFA is asking Senate Majority Leader to bring the nominations to the floor for a vote.
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What Can You Expect from the Veterans Administration (VA) in a Shutdown?
While we don’t yet have guidance from DoD, here’s what we know from VA.
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Threatened Cuts to WIC Program Put Military Families at Risk
Military families should have the security of knowing that their children have enough to eat, especially because they sacrifice so much.
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What Military Families Need to Know if there is a Government Shutdown
While we hope a government shutdown can be avoided, NMFA has been on the Hill and working with DoD to get as much helpful information as we can.
![NMFA’s 2023 Support of Military Families Awardee: David Nokes](https://www.militaryfamily.org/wp-content/uploads/Profile-David-Nokes-550x350-1.png)
NMFA’s 2023 Support of Military Families Awardee: David Nokes
NMFA recognizes David Nokes as a valuable ally to military families and a recipient of our 2023 Support of Military Families Award.
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Impact Aid: Funding That Positively Impacts Education Services for Military Kids
Military families should fill out the Impact Aid form with their child’s school district to ensure their school receives much-needed funding.
![NMFA’s 2023 Support of Military Families Awardee: Edith Smith](https://www.militaryfamily.org/wp-content/uploads/Profile-Edith-Smith-550x350-1.png)
NMFA’s 2023 Support of Military Families Awardee: Edith Smith
NMFA recognizes Edith Smith as a pioneer in the advocacy work of military families and as a recipient of our 2023 Support of Military Families Award.
![NMFA’s 2023 Support of Military Families Awardee: Senator Tammy Duckworth](https://www.militaryfamily.org/wp-content/uploads/Profile-Senator-Tammy-Duckworth-550x350-1.png)
NMFA’s 2023 Support of Military Families Awardee: Senator Tammy Duckworth
NMFA recognizes Senator Tammy Duckworth as a champion of military families and recipient of our 2023 Support of Military Families Award.
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OPC Impact Stories – August 2023
NMFA makes a lasting impact on military kids with Operation Purple Camp! See why campers, Lucas and Myah, say it is awesome.