A bill to require the Secretary of Defense to submit an annual report on certain out-of-cycle or premature personnel transfers.

12/7/2023, 5:06 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Bill 118 s 2532, also known as the "Personnel Transfer Reporting Act," is a proposed piece of legislation that would require the Secretary of Defense to submit an annual report to Congress on certain out-of-cycle or premature personnel transfers within the Department of Defense.

The bill aims to increase transparency and accountability within the Department of Defense by requiring the Secretary of Defense to provide detailed information on any personnel transfers that occur outside of the normal transfer cycle or before the completion of a full tour of duty. This report would include information on the reasons for the transfer, the impact on military readiness, and any potential negative consequences of the transfer.

By requiring the Secretary of Defense to submit this annual report, Congress hopes to ensure that personnel transfers within the Department of Defense are conducted in a fair and efficient manner, and that any out-of-cycle or premature transfers are thoroughly justified and properly documented. Overall, Bill 118 s 2532 seeks to promote greater oversight and accountability within the Department of Defense when it comes to personnel transfers, ultimately aiming to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the US military.
Congress
118

Number
S - 2532

Introduced on
2023-07-26

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

7/26/2023

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 Armed Services.
Bill 118 s 2532, also known as the "Personnel Transfer Reporting Act," is a proposed piece of legislation that would require the Secretary of Defense to submit an annual report to Congress on certain out-of-cycle or premature personnel transfers within the Department of Defense.

The bill aims to increase transparency and accountability within the Department of Defense by requiring the Secretary of Defense to provide detailed information on any personnel transfers that occur outside of the normal transfer cycle or before the completion of a full tour of duty. This report would include information on the reasons for the transfer, the impact on military readiness, and any potential negative consequences of the transfer.

By requiring the Secretary of Defense to submit this annual report, Congress hopes to ensure that personnel transfers within the Department of Defense are conducted in a fair and efficient manner, and that any out-of-cycle or premature transfers are thoroughly justified and properly documented. Overall, Bill 118 s 2532 seeks to promote greater oversight and accountability within the Department of Defense when it comes to personnel transfers, ultimately aiming to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the US military.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to require the Secretary of Defense to submit an annual report on certain out-of-cycle or premature personnel transfers.

Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security

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Latest Action7/26/2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.