Veteran Info

Let’s talk Shutdown - how does it affect VA Customers

PACT ACT - The PACT Act is a new law that expands VA health care for Veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange, and other toxic substances. Please click to find all information: VA PACT or PACT

Veterans Online Exchange Privilege Change - Please click on the following for information provided by Kenneth Parment in regard to changes for Veterans being able to have shopping privileges on Veterans Day: Veteran Online Shopping

Space Available Travel - Please click on the following for information provided by Kenneth Parment in regard to travel for Veterans that have permanent and total service-connected disability rating: Space A Travel Info

US Department of Veterans Affairs: Veteran Affairs

TN Department of Veteran Affairs: TN Veteran Services

AL Department of Veteran Affairs: AL Veteran Services

GA Department of Veteran Affairs: GA Veterans Services

MS Department of Veteran Affairs: MS Veteran Services

KY Department of Veteran Affairs: KY Veteran Services

VA Department of Veteran Services: VA Veteran Services


EA’s Previous President Passes Away - Mr. Victor Robert (Bob) Defenderfer Jr.

Mr. Defenderfer was EA President from 1982-1984, the EA offers our condolences to his family and friends. Please find his obituary at the following link: Victor Robert Defenderfer Jr. Obituary (2025) - Oak Ridge, TN - Mott-McKamey Funeral Home - Oak Ridge

PIERS

The PIERS Alliance is joint-partnership between TVA and the EA that is built upon the foundational elements of Professionalism, Integrity, Excellence, Relationships and Service (PIERS). These foundational elements represent the standards by which TVA and the EA will work together to ensure accountability, strengthen communication, and jointly seek solutions to continue serving the people of the Valley.

PIERS Alliance Champion Training

PIERS Champions Training will equip PIERS Champions developing relationships, learn about effective and intentional listening, facilitating conversations, and problem solving to resolve conflicts and find solutions.

From TVA today, go to Training and Development/ LMS/ search for "PIERS" or "50011881". Champions are able to self-enroll and choose their preferred session to attend.   Training and Development (tva.gov)

DURS

Designated Union Representatives (DUR) put forth honest effort in the performance of duties. Promotes and encourages an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Provides informational resources and guidance to EA members on relevant TVA policies and Articles of Agreement. Serves as the lead to coordinate with management and affected employees during dispute resolutions. For more information on DURs, please see https://www.tvaea.com/union-representatives.
Next DUR training will be held in 2025.

EA Planning Calendar