A bill to prohibit the Department of Defense from discharging or withholding pay or benefits from members of the National Guard based on COVID-19 vaccination status.

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 3299 A bill to prohibit the Department of Defense from discharging or withholding pay or benefits from members of the National Guard based on COVID-19 vaccination status. 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.

2/10/2022, 5:52 AM

Congressional Summary of S 3299

This bill prohibits the Department of Defense (DOD) from taking specified actions against a member of the National Guard based on whether the member has received a COVID-19 vaccine. Specifically, DOD may not (1) involuntarily discharge or discipline the member, (2) withhold pay or benefits from the member, or (3) prohibit the member from participating in training or using equipment.

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Current Status of Bill S 3299

Bill S 3299 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 1, 2021. Bill S 3299 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on December 1, 2021. Bill S 3299's most recent activity was Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 174. as of December 2, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3299

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3299

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

- Cardiovascular and respiratory health

- Emergency medical services and trauma care

- Employment discrimination and employee rights

- Health care coverage and access

- Immunology and vaccination

- Infectious and parasitic diseases

- Military education and training

- Military medicine

- Military personnel and dependents

- National Guard and reserves

- Wages and earnings

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3299

A bill to prohibit the Department of Defense from discharging or withholding pay or benefits from members of the National Guard based on COVID-19 vaccination status.