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GENERAL ORDERS
Department & National General Orders | VFW Department of Washington
Department & National General Orders
VFW Department of Washington — 2025–2026
All general orders and correspondence must be read at Post meetings and filed for future reference, as directed by the State Commander.
Department General Orders
GO 1 – July 2025
Installation notices, officer confirmations, and post reporting deadlines.
GO 2 – July 2025
Commander’s appointment of Chief of Staff and committee assignments.
GO 3 – July 2025
Department programs, reporting reminders, and convention follow-up.
GO 4 – September 2025
Membership incentives, compliance reminders, and updated contacts.
National General Orders
GO 1 – September 2025
National officer appointments, National Home updates, and first quarter reporting guidance.
GO 2 – October 2025
Mid-year membership drive, recognition program details, and administrative updates.
GO 3 - November 2025