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Chances are you can name the 50 states and 13 colonies that make up the American flag, but do you know the flag’s history or the etiquette it requires? 🇺🇸 Check your knowledge here!

Service members living outside of your home state: ahead of this year’s elections, don’t forget the Federal Voting Assistance Program is available to help you with any questions you might have about your ability to vote and the processes for each state.

Battlefield successes are increasingly dependent upon the DoD's ability to harness evolving #technology and digital capabilities that enable interoperability among warfighters. #ICYMI: The Pentagon released a blueprint for building an interoperable, integrated digital space for this purpose. The strategy also emphasizes the department’s focus on the needs of the warfighter to contribute to future solutions.

Earlier this week, President Joe Biden granted clemency to about 2,000 U.S. veterans convicted of engaging in sexual acts that, under the Uniform Code of Military Justice, were considered an offense from 1951-2013. If you received a court-martial conviction under former Article 125 or Articles 80, 81 or 82 of the UCMJ, here are resources you may need to know to apply for a certificate of #pardon.

DoD leaders recently gave their thoughts on how the department can better publicize the plethora of opportunities there are to serve in the military or as a civilian. For instance, young people who aren’t eligible for military service have several other options, such as the Peace Corps or AmeriCorps. Also, public servants can help simply by spreading the word of what it’s like to give back to society.

Do you want to know if your feelings and behaviors are PTSD-related? Take a self-administered test to find out. Things that bother you now or keep you from enjoying life could be related to a trauma in your past. You're not alone, and there are treatments that work. So, why wait? Take a #PTSD self-screen here: http://spr.ly/6044gqM0E #PTSDScreeningDay #PTSDAwarenessMonth #BreaktheStigma

Are you a top performer in the DoD information technology community? Then get the recognition you deserve! Nominations are being sought for the DoD Chief Information Officer Awards, which recognize individuals or teams for their achievements in delivering capabilities and management practices.

If you’re a veteran #entrepreneur or want to become one, a new funding opportunity is up for grabs. The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering financial awards to up to three entities to provide critical training and counseling to military-connected small business owners. The initiative will help to grow the Veteran Business Outreach Center program. See if your company is eligible to apply here. Applications must be submitted by July 19.

Working toward zero-net emissions across government operations. #ICYMI: The DoD announced last week that it’s working with an energy company to supply five of the East Coast’s largest military installations with 4.8-million-megawatt hours of carbon pollution-free electricity through 2041. #reform #resilience #RenewableEnergy