Restore Honor to Service Members Act of 2021

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 2759 Restore Honor to Service Members Act of 2021 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.

1/2/2024, 1:45 PM

Congressional Summary of S 2759

Restore Honor to Service Members Act of 2021

This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to conduct outreach to build awareness among former members of the Armed Forces of the process established for the review of discharge characterizations related to sexual orientation (i.e., on the basis of Don't Ask, Don't Tell or a similar policy). DOD must also provide for specified relief for former members of the Armed Forces who were impacted by the discharge characterizations and ensure that DOD oral historians review related facts and receive testimony from affected individuals.

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Current Status of Bill S 2759

Bill S 2759 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 20, 2021. Bill S 2759 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on September 20, 2021. Bill S 2759's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. as of September 20, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2759

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2759

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

Advisory bodiesCongressional oversightGovernment studies and investigationsSex, gender, sexual orientation discriminationVeterans' education, employment, rehabilitationVeterans' organizations and recognition

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2759

A bill to restore honor to certain previously discharged members of the Armed Forces.Restore Honor to Service Members Act of 2021Restore Honor to Service Members Act of 2021

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