A bill to ensure that certain members of the Armed Forces who served in female cultural support teams receive proper credit for such service, and for other purposes.

3/14/2024, 11:38 AM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Bill 118 s 2014, also known as the "Female Cultural Support Teams Recognition Act," aims to ensure that members of the Armed Forces who served in female cultural support teams receive proper credit for their service. These teams were established to engage with and support female populations in countries where cultural norms restrict interactions between men and women.

The bill recognizes the important role that these teams played in promoting cultural understanding and building relationships with local communities. It seeks to ensure that the members of these teams receive the recognition and credit they deserve for their service.

In addition to recognizing the contributions of these teams, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the recognition and support of female service members. This includes ensuring that female service members have access to the same opportunities and benefits as their male counterparts. Overall, Bill 118 s 2014 is aimed at honoring the service of female cultural support teams and ensuring that they receive the recognition and support they deserve for their important contributions to the Armed Forces.
Congress
118

Number
S - 2014

Introduced on
2023-06-15

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

6/15/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Bill 118 s 2014, also known as the "Female Cultural Support Teams Recognition Act," aims to ensure that members of the Armed Forces who served in female cultural support teams receive proper credit for their service. These teams were established to engage with and support female populations in countries where cultural norms restrict interactions between men and women.

The bill recognizes the important role that these teams played in promoting cultural understanding and building relationships with local communities. It seeks to ensure that the members of these teams receive the recognition and credit they deserve for their service.

In addition to recognizing the contributions of these teams, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the recognition and support of female service members. This includes ensuring that female service members have access to the same opportunities and benefits as their male counterparts. Overall, Bill 118 s 2014 is aimed at honoring the service of female cultural support teams and ensuring that they receive the recognition and support they deserve for their important contributions to the Armed Forces.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to ensure that certain members of the Armed Forces who served in female cultural support teams receive proper credit for such service, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact
Veterans' medical care
Veterans' organizations and recognition
Veterans' pensions and compensation

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Action6/15/2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.