A bill to prohibit the use of Department of Defense funds for adult cabaret performances.

12/15/2023, 4:07 PM

This bill prohibits the use of Department of Defense funds or facilities for hosting, advertising, or otherwise supporting an adult cabaret performance (i.e., a performance that features topless dancers, go-go dancers, exotic dancers, strippers, or male or female impersonators who provide entertainment that appeals to prurient interest).

Bill 118 s 1503, also known as the "Prohibition of Department of Defense Funds for Adult Cabaret Performances Act," aims to prevent the use of Department of Defense funds for adult cabaret performances. The bill was introduced in the Senate and is currently under consideration.

If passed, this legislation would prohibit the Department of Defense from using any of its funds to support or sponsor adult cabaret performances. This includes any performances that involve nudity, sexually explicit content, or other adult entertainment.

The bill is intended to ensure that taxpayer dollars allocated to the Department of Defense are used for appropriate and necessary purposes, rather than for activities that may be considered inappropriate or offensive. Supporters of the bill argue that it is important to maintain the integrity and professionalism of the Department of Defense and to uphold the values and standards of the military. Opponents of the bill may argue that it infringes on the rights of individuals to engage in legal forms of entertainment and that it is unnecessary to specifically target adult cabaret performances in legislation. Overall, Bill 118 s 1503 seeks to establish clear guidelines for the use of Department of Defense funds and to prevent any potential misuse or abuse of taxpayer dollars for adult entertainment purposes.
Congress
118

Number
S - 1503

Introduced on
2023-05-09

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

5/9/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This bill prohibits the use of Department of Defense funds or facilities for hosting, advertising, or otherwise supporting an adult cabaret performance (i.e., a performance that features topless dancers, go-go dancers, exotic dancers, strippers, or male or female impersonators who provide entertainment that appeals to prurient interest).

Bill 118 s 1503, also known as the "Prohibition of Department of Defense Funds for Adult Cabaret Performances Act," aims to prevent the use of Department of Defense funds for adult cabaret performances. The bill was introduced in the Senate and is currently under consideration.

If passed, this legislation would prohibit the Department of Defense from using any of its funds to support or sponsor adult cabaret performances. This includes any performances that involve nudity, sexually explicit content, or other adult entertainment.

The bill is intended to ensure that taxpayer dollars allocated to the Department of Defense are used for appropriate and necessary purposes, rather than for activities that may be considered inappropriate or offensive. Supporters of the bill argue that it is important to maintain the integrity and professionalism of the Department of Defense and to uphold the values and standards of the military. Opponents of the bill may argue that it infringes on the rights of individuals to engage in legal forms of entertainment and that it is unnecessary to specifically target adult cabaret performances in legislation. Overall, Bill 118 s 1503 seeks to establish clear guidelines for the use of Department of Defense funds and to prevent any potential misuse or abuse of taxpayer dollars for adult entertainment purposes.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to prohibit the use of Department of Defense funds for adult cabaret performances.

Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary5/26/2023

This bill prohibits the use of Department of Defense funds or facilities for hosting, advertising, or otherwise supporting an adult cabaret performance (i.e., a performance that features topless dancers, go-go dancers, exotic dancers, strippers, ...


Latest Action5/9/2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.