“This last year was eventful for Surviving Spouses with the SBP/DIC offset ending and several new bills being presented that will increase all DIC benefits. The link to support various bills is the MOAA’s Legislative Action Center. We must work harder to gain sponsorship for inclusion in the 2025 budget. If you have any questions about survivor issues, please let me know. There will be a reserved table for Surviving Spouses and guests at the FEBRUARY luncheon. Hope to see you there. Desirae
Every month there are considerable articles keeping Active Duty and Retired informed of what is happening. Those surviving spouses that do not have access to website, please have a member of your family or friend access it during the month, for important links to information and assistance (Editor). Desirae Smidt is the Surviving Spouse Liaison. She may be contacted at: d_smidt22@icloud.com.
Surviving Spouse 2024 Article from January MOAA National Newsletter
Surviving_spouse_2024.pdf