Right now, we have a rare window of opportunity to pass a law that would immediately make all our military families safer. H.R. 256 is a bill that would repeal the 2002 Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF) Against Iraq. If that sounds like confusing jargon to you, here’s a clearer example for why this matters:
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How H.R.1 Impacts Military Voters
House Resolution 1 (H.R.1) — also known as the “For the People Act” and S.1 in the Senate — passed the U.S. House of Representatives this week. This historic legislation will make it easier for all Americans to vote and includes a number of important updates to federal voting access for military voters. We know […]
Add Military Families to DoD Advisory Boards
Military families deserve a seat at every table that deliberates the policies that affect their lives, whether common like housing or world-changing like declaring war. Now is the time to push for inclusion.
Afghanistan 101
One of the most pressing foreign policy issues facing Congress and the White House right now is Afghanistan. Specifically, whether to fully withdraw U.S. troops from the country by the current target date of May 1, 2021.
Secure Families Initiative in the Spotlight

“Let me tell you about patriotism in this election”: SFI Volunteer published
Secure Families Initiative Volunteer Corps member Jennifer Barnhill was featured on Independent.

Beyond the Feel-Good Photo Op: Military + Veteran Families Speak Out
Secure Families Initiative hosted a panel called Beyond the Feel-Good Photo Op: Military and Veteran Families Speaking Out.

“Mobilizing military voters”: Director Sarah Streyder on FoxNews
Secure Families Initiative Director Sarah Streyder appeared on FoxNews to discuss reports of Russian bounties on US troops. The segment was also shared across Yahoo! digital properties.