VA’s Blue Button Now Includes Service Records

The Department of Veterans Affairs Blue Button technology is expanding beyond healthcare. The agency announced on Wednesday that veterans can now use that technology to download their service data that can then be uploaded to job search and networking sites to help identify employment opportunities.

“Savvy employers look to Veterans for the excellent training and unique experiences they bring to the civilian workforce,” said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Eric Shinseki. “Now, Veterans can have state-of-the-art access to official data about their military service that we will help them land meaningful jobs.”...