Department of War Seeks Tips on Military Kids' State Moves
Published Date: 3/24/2026
Notice
Summary
The Department of War wants your ideas to help make life easier for service members and their families, especially when they move between states. They’re focusing on fixing problems like school transfers and activities for military kids. Share your thoughts by April 23, 2026, so states can set smart priorities that could lead to better support and smoother transitions.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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State Focus on School Transfer Barriers
You (Service members with school-age children) may benefit because the DoW is asking States to consider remedies for school transition problems such as records transfer, class and course placement, qualifying for extra-curricular activities, and fulfilling graduation requirements. The Department will consider public submissions about these issues when setting State priorities.
Submit Issues by April 23, 2026
You can submit ideas to the Department of War by April 23, 2026, through regulations.gov or by mail to help shape State priorities that affect Service members and their families. The DoW will consider those public submissions when setting its 2028 State policy priorities.
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