Government shutdowns can delay military construction projects and disrupt services for service members and military families, and recovering from those disruptions can take months.
November 16, 2025
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Impact of funding interruptions on military infrastructure and personnel support.
During a federal government shutdown, military support services such as on-base child care centers, commissaries, and family services can be scaled back at installations, potentially forcing military families to incur unexpected out-of-pocket costs.
October 05, 2025
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Describes how shutdowns can affect base support programs and family financial burdens.