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Explore How States are Supporting Military Families
Across the country, states are advancing thoughtful policies, programs, and partnerships that strengthen support for military and veteran-connected families. This toolkit brings together those efforts in one shared, accessible place.
Select a state on the map to explore local initiatives, or browse the full database below to discover ideas and opportunities being activated nationwide.
Darker shaded states are a Do Your Part state.
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Expedited Licensing Review
Expidite the review and approval of a license application submitted to the Division of Banking and Securities.
Alaska’s Military Family Help Center, led by the State Family Program Director, coordinates Joint Support Services and Warrior & Family Services to provide family assistance centers, family readiness support, youth services, and other programs that support military families.
Populations: Guard and Reserve Topics: Belonging, Belonging & Community, Belonging/Community Support
Title 7, Chapter 57, Section 15 (a)(2) of the Alaska Administrative Code
Alaska law (Title 7, Chapter 57, Section 15 (a)(2) of the Alaska Administrative Code) simplifies military childcare facility operations by eliminating conflicting state regulations, reducing barriers and improving access to quality military childcare.
Populations: Active Duty Topics: Childcare, Childcare Challenges, Financial Stability (Fee Waiver, Food Insecurity), Financial Support
Requires qualifying military members and military spouses to obtain permanent licensure within 30 days of a completed application. 61 licenses issued under SCRA in 2024, 119 in 2025.
Will allow the option for temporary licensure for nearly all professions, thus allowing individuals to get to work more quickly while moving through the process for permanent licensure.
The Alaska Coalition for Veterans and Military Families (AKCVMF) is a nonprofit supporting Alaska military families and veterans by connecting them with community resources, benefits, and support services.
Populations: Active Duty Topics: Healthcare Resource Access, Resource Systems Navigation
Nine temporary military courtesy licenses were issued in 2022, 40 in 2023, 31 in 2024, 4 in 2025
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A comprehensive overview of the methodology and supporting data can be found in the full technical memo.
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