Jan. 18, 2022 Counselors urge service members to review SBP before retirement Although some may not be aware of it, automatic Survivor Benefit Plan spouse coverage became effective Sept. 10, 2001, under the National Defense Authorization Act of 2002.
Nov. 20, 2013 SBP officials offer same-sex coverage guidance Survivor Benefit Plan program enrollment is now available for eligible retirees in same-sex marriages