Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Secretary of Defense should review section 504 of title 10, United States Code, for purposes related to enlisting certain aliens in the Armed Forces.

This resolution urges the Department of Defense to review exceptions to citizenship, residency, and disqualification standards for enlistment in the Armed Forces to make a determination regarding the enlistment of aliens who possess an employment authorization document issued under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program established by the Department of Homeland Security on June 15, 2012.

Bill 118 HRES 516, titled "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Secretary of Defense should review section 504 of title 10, United States Code, for purposes related to enlisting certain aliens in the Armed Forces," urges the Secretary of Defense to examine section 504 of title 10, United States Code. This section pertains to the enlistment of certain aliens in the Armed Forces.

The bill emphasizes the importance of reviewing this section in order to potentially make changes that would allow for the enlistment of specific aliens in the military. The House of Representatives believes that this review is necessary for the purpose of ensuring that the Armed Forces have access to a diverse pool of qualified individuals who are willing to serve their country.

Overall, Bill 118 HRES 516 aims to encourage the Secretary of Defense to consider revising section 504 of title 10, United States Code, in order to potentially expand opportunities for certain aliens to enlist in the Armed Forces. This bill highlights the importance of diversity and inclusivity within the military and seeks to ensure that all individuals who are willing and able to serve have the opportunity to do so.