HR-3566 : Still Just a Bill

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The "ANCHOR for Military Families Act," H.R. 3566, aims to enhance relocation assistance for members of the Armed Forces and their families. This bill amends title 10, United States Code, to mandate improved and more timely provision of information regarding support programs when a service member receives orders for a permanent change of station (PCS).

Key provisions of H.R. 3566 include:

• Expanded Information for Families: The bill broadens the scope of information provided through relocation assistance programs. This includes:
  • Detailed guidance on education systems, school enrollment procedures, and state-specific provisions under the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children.
  • Comprehensive educational resources for dependent children, covering school transition assistance, academic continuity, and special education services.
  • Specific educational planning and support services for dependent children with disabilities, including procedures for transferring individualized education programs and coordinating with the Exceptional Family Member Program.
• Mandatory Information Provision: The Secretary of Defense is required to ensure that members of the Armed Forces and their families receive information on all available relocation assistance programs not later than 45 days before a permanent change of station takes effect.
• Required Information Categories: The provided information must include details on:
  • Family assistance programs such as financial planning, spouse employment support, and community integration services.
  • Housing assistance, including on-base options, rental protections, and resources for off-base relocation.
  • Mental health and well-being support services accessible during the transition period.
  • Educational resources for dependent children, with a focus on school transition and special education services.
  • Available legal and financial counseling programs.
  • Any other assistance programs relevant to military family relocation.
• Communication Strategy and Assessment: The Secretary of Defense must incorporate this information into accessible materials and briefings, ensure availability at military installations and online, develop a communication strategy to increase awareness, and assess the satisfaction of military members and their families with the information provided.
• Congressional Briefing: The Secretary of Defense is mandated to provide annual briefings to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and House of Representatives for three years following enactment. These briefings will detail the implementation status, assess awareness of available programs, and offer recommendations for improving information dissemination.

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