Nov 13
In this issue: Senate Passes Revised NDAA Sen. Sullivan Lays Wreath at Marine Corps Memorial on 240th Anniversary Problems Continue for Vets Trying to get Mental Health Care at VA FRA National President Visits Arlington National Cemetery to Honor Veterans
Apr 24
Washington, D.C., April 16, 2015—The Fleet Reserve Association (FRA) presented its prestigious Pinnacle Award to New Hampshire Senator Kelly Ayotte to honor her outstanding leadership in preserving and enhancing the quality of life for military personnel, retirees, veterans and their families. Ayotte, New Hampshire’s junior senator, was selected to receive the association’s highest honor for …
Nov 22
Here is an overview of some of the Veterans day activities from around the region this year including, multiple Veterans Day Parades, many dedications and a lot of ceremonies. Mt Rainier Branch #104 participated in the annual Auburn Veterans Day Parade, and PRPNW Pete Lazzaretti (Seattle Branch #18) was there in the parade with the …
Nov 14
In this issue: Lame Ducks Work on NDAA Tune in to FRA On the Radio – the “Welcome Home Show,” Saturday, November 15 FRA Attends Marine Corps Birthday and Marine Corps Ball Retiree Appreciation Day FRA Building Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Members of Congress with Military Experience
Nov 07
In this issue: Senate to Consider NDAA and Floor Amendments VA Advanced Funding Veterans’ Day, USMC Birthday, and FRA’s 90th Anniversary Senate Majority Shift VA Implements Choice Program Veterans’ Day Holiday
Oct 27
Shipmate William Hall of Meridan, ID was named FRA National Chaplain by NP John Ippert. NChap Hall is a member of Gem State FRA Branch #382, Boise ID. The position of National Chaplain is one of two annual appointed positions made by the National President. The FRA CB&L Chapter 8, Section 803(g) reads as follows: …