Defense Department Updates Military ID Card Application Form
Published Date: 5/27/2026
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Summary
The Department of Defense wants to update the form people use to get their military ID cards and benefits. Over 2 million folks might fill out this form, which takes about 3 minutes each. You’ve got until June 26, 2026, to share your thoughts before the changes go live—no cost, just a quick update to keep things running smoothly!
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