USAA Continues Delivering Shutdown Relief, Ensuring Financial Security for Impacted Members
Association issued more than $468 million in relief through 2025-26 shutdowns
April 5, 2025 | With the federal government restoring pay to impacted federal agencies, USAA has closed its government shutdown loan program. USAA continues to serve impacted members with payment relief. More details are available at usaa.com/relief.
As of April 4, USAA delivered over $18 million of relief to thousands of members employed by federal agencies impacted during the current shutdown, including:
- Approximately 4,800 loans to support members experiencing paycheck disruptions, totaling more than $16 million
- 1,250 consumer loan payment extensions, helping members free up $1.9 million for more immediate needs
- Credit card payment extensions
- Waived or refunded overdraft fees for deposit accounts
During shutdowns, USAA provides a financial assistance program to help members navigate potential disruptions to pay and continue ensuring their financial security. Since October 1, USAA has provided over $468 million in shutdown relief to more than 133,000 military service members and federal employees.
For shutdown related advice, visit usaa.com/shutdownhelp
News Releases:
- January 28, 2026: USAA Readies Financial Assistance for Impacted Members Ahead of Potential Government Shutdown
- November 5, 2025: USAA Extends Government Shutdown Relief, Totaling More Than $411M to its Members
- October 23, 2025: USAA Delivers Advice, Financial Assistance as Government Shutdown Continues
- October 10, 2025: USAA Delivers $150 Million in Loans Within 48 Hours to Serve Members Impacted by Government Shutdown
- September 29, 2025: USAA Prepares Financial Assistance To Serve Members Impacted By Potential Government Shutdown