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July 2025 State of the Military Family℠ Newsletter
NMFA is advocating in Washington and supporting military families through every challenge—from policy change to Operation Purple Camp, now celebrating 70,000 campers worldwide.

House Bill Boosts Spouse Employment and Maternal Health Support
A new House bill offers promising support for military families—boosting spouse employment initiatives, enhancing perinatal mental health care, and addressing maternal health provider shortages.

Big Beautiful Bill Is Now Law: Here’s What It Means for Military Families
President Trump’s newly signed “Big Beautiful Bill” introduces major changes in defense, healthcare, taxes, and financial protections. Learn how these shifts may directly affect military families — from housing aid and healthcare to SNAP access and tax credits.

Your Summer Survival Guide: Top Apps for Military Families
Five must-have apps for military families to explore the outdoors, access free books, and attend local events during summer break.

Family Advocacy Program: Support, Safety, and Strength for Military Families
FAP offers military families reliable support and tools for navigating parenting, relationships, and military family life challenges.

Pregnancy Should Qualify: Let Military Moms Choose Their Care
Military families face barriers to prenatal care because pregnancy isn’t a TRICARE Qualifying Life Event. Learn how legislation can change that and how you can help.

June 2025 State of the Military Family℠ Newsletter
This Flag Day, NMFA marked the start of America’s 250th at Mount Vernon. CEO Besa Pinchotti reflects on 250 years of military service and the families who’ve stood beside them—honoring their legacy and your continued support.

Summer Bucket List for Military Families
A summer bucket list designed for military families to find joy, connection, and adventure wherever they are.

More Than A Spouse: Empowering Spouses to Be Their Own Advocates
Army spouse Lydiah Owiti-Otienoh turns her experience as a foreign-born military spouse into a movement through connection and advocacy.

PTSD and the Military Family: How to Find Connection and Healing
June is PTSD Awareness Month. Learn how military families can find connection, understanding, and healing together.