Service Restoration Act
12/15/2023, 3:53 PMSummary of Bill HR 434
Bill 118 HR 434, also known as the Service Restoration Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to improve and streamline the process for restoring essential services in the event of a natural disaster or other emergency.The bill outlines specific guidelines and procedures for federal agencies, state and local governments, and private sector entities to work together to quickly restore services such as electricity, water, and telecommunications after a disaster. It emphasizes the importance of coordination and communication between all parties involved in the restoration process.
Additionally, the Service Restoration Act includes provisions for funding and resources to support the implementation of these guidelines. This includes grants and other financial assistance to help communities prepare for and respond to emergencies more effectively. Overall, the Service Restoration Act aims to enhance the resilience of critical infrastructure and improve the response and recovery efforts in the face of disasters. It seeks to ensure that essential services are restored in a timely and efficient manner, ultimately benefiting communities and individuals affected by emergencies.
Congressional Summary of HR 434
Service Restoration Act
This bill prohibits the use of federal funds to require a member of the Armed Forces, or a cadet or midshipman at a military service academy, to receive a COVID-19 vaccination. Additionally, no such individuals may be subject to adverse action solely on the basis of a refusal to receive a COVID-19 vaccination.
At the request of an individual who was involuntarily separated from an Armed Force solely because of a refusal to receive a COVID-19 vaccination, the military department concerned must
- reinstate the individual as a member of the Armed Force in the same rank and grade the individual held at the time of separation,
- expunge from the individual's military service record any reference to adverse action related to the refusal to receive a COVID-19 vaccination, and
- include the period between the involuntary separation and reinstatement in the computation of retired or retainer pay of the individual.
The bill requires that the discharge of members due to the failure to obey a lawful order to receive a COVID-19 vaccination must be categorized as an honorable discharge, including for individuals who were discharged prior to the enactment of this bill.
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Current Status of Bill HR 434
Bill HR 434 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 20, 2023. Bill HR 434 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 20, 2023. Bill HR 434's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. as of January 20, 2023Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 434
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
30Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
30Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 434
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 434
Service Restoration ActService Restoration ActTo establish certain protections for a member of the Armed Forces, or a cadet or midshipman at a military service academy, who refuses to receive a vaccination against COVID-19.Comments
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