Record of Military Service for Members of the Armed Forces Act of 2022

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Explore the details of House Bill 7041 Record of Military Service for Members of the Armed Forces Act of 2022 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Armed Forces and National Security. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/29/2022, 9:48 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7041

Bill 117 HR 7041, also known as the Record of Military Service for Members of the Armed Forces Act of 2022, aims to improve the process of maintaining and accessing military service records for members of the armed forces. The bill seeks to streamline the collection and storage of service records, making it easier for veterans to access important information about their time in the military.

One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a centralized database for military service records, which would allow for more efficient record-keeping and retrieval. This database would be accessible to veterans, their families, and authorized personnel, ensuring that important information is readily available when needed.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to protect the privacy and security of service records, including provisions for secure data storage and protocols for accessing and sharing information. This is intended to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive military records and ensure that veterans' personal information is kept safe. Overall, the Record of Military Service for Members of the Armed Forces Act of 2022 aims to modernize and improve the process of maintaining and accessing military service records, making it easier for veterans to obtain important information about their time in the armed forces.

Congressional Summary of HR 7041

Record of Military Service for Members of the Armed Forces Act of 2022

This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to create the Certificate of Military Service. The Certificate of Military service will be a standard record of military service for all members of active and reserve components of the armed forces to encompass all duty, including that of National Guard and Coast Guard duty.

Under the bill, the document must (1) be standardized, (2) be the same for all members of the armed forces, and (3) replace and serve the same function as a discharge certificate or certificate of release (DOD Form DD-214).

The bill also requires that a current record of service be issued to members of the reserve components upon the occurrence of any of the following events:

permanent change to duty status (e.g., retirement or transfer to active duty),
discharge or release from temporary active duty orders,
specified promotions, and
transfer to another state National Guard.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7041

Bill HR 7041 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 9, 2022. Bill HR 7041 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on March 9, 2022. Bill HR 7041's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. as of March 9, 2022