August 2012
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Update on Tropical Storm Isaac and Tips for...
Tropical Storm Isaac is churning in the Caribbean Sea, and the storm is currently tracking south of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. We will have a better idea if and where it might hit the United States mainland in the next 12 to 24 hours.
If you live in an area that is in the current path of the storm or in coastal regions that could be affected, the Federal Emergency Management Agency...
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Find Out If You're Eligible for Tax Credits for... →
If you purchase an energy-efficient product for your home, you may be eligible for a federal tax credit.
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How to Apply for VA Health Benefits
If you served in the active military, naval, or air service and were honorably discharged or released, you may qualify for VA health care benefits, including hospital services. Certain Reservists and National Guard Members may also qualify. Check your eligibility.
If you qualify, you can apply online or by phone, mail, or in-person. Learn more about all the ways you can apply.
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Learn What to Look Out For If You Shop For... →
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can anyone garnish my compensation
Asked by an anonymous Tumblr user.
A wage garnishment is when your employer is required to withhold some portion of your earnings in order to pay off a debt. Wage garnishments do not include voluntary wage assignments—that is, when you voluntarily agree that your employer may turn over a specified amount of earnings to a creditor or creditors.
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Find Out If You're Eligible to Request Deferred... →
Last week, the Department of Homeland Security began accepting requests for “deferred action” status from people who were brought into the United States as children. Deferred action status would allow these people to remain in the United States and make them eligible to receive a work permit.
Find out if you’re eligible and how to apply for deferred action status...
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Do You Want the Government to Address a Certain... →
Use the White House’s “We the People” system to submit your ideas or sign existing petitions that support your ideas.
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Risks of Giving Codeine to Children After Surgery
Children are often prescribed codeine for pain relief following surgery. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning parents and caregivers to be on the lookout for possible serious side effects after giving a child codeine.
At least three children between the ages of 2 and 5 died after receiving codeine for pain relief following surgery to remove tonsils or adenoids. This danger...
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Find Out Which Drugs Are Safe For Breastfeeding... →
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Get Weather Emergency Alerts On the Go
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is soon launching weather emergency alerts to your mobile devices. Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) are emergency messages sent by authorized government authorities through your mobile carrier.
Government partners include local and state public safety agencies, FEMA, the Federal Communications Commission, the Department of Homeland...
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Avoid 'Free Trials' Scams →
Free trials aren’t always free. Learn how to avoid “free trial” scams.
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What does it mean if the FAFSA is returned stating not eligible for any Cal Grants? and Why? What else can be done?
Asked by an anonymous Tumblr user.
Cal Grants are student financial aid and funded by the State of California. They are available to California graduating high school seniors, recent graduates, and people who meet other qualifications. If you were denied a Cal Grant, you may be...
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It's Almost Time to go Back to School →
Find important information about school lunches, vaccines, and more to help your family get ready.
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Check the Validity of Government Social Media...
Every day, the government uses social media services like Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube to communicate with you and provide easy access to government benefits and services.
But unlike most government websites, which are hosted on a .mil or a .gov domain, social media sites are hosted on commercial domains. Without the .gov or the .mil, it can be difficult to determine which social media accounts...
