Military Merit, Fairness, and Equality Act of 2023
3/12/2024, 10:31 AMSummary of Bill S 1811
Bill 118 s 1811, also known as the Military Merit, Fairness, and Equality Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to address issues of discrimination and inequality within the military.One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a Military Merit Commission, which would be responsible for reviewing and addressing cases of discrimination and bias within the military. This commission would work to ensure that all service members are treated fairly and equally, regardless of their background or identity.
Additionally, the bill includes measures to promote diversity and inclusion within the military, such as requiring training on unconscious bias and implementing recruitment and retention strategies to increase representation of underrepresented groups. Furthermore, the bill aims to address issues of sexual harassment and assault within the military by strengthening reporting mechanisms and providing support services for survivors. Overall, the Military Merit, Fairness, and Equality Act of 2023 seeks to create a more inclusive and equitable military environment, where all service members are valued and respected.
Congressional Summary of S 1811
Military Merit, Fairness, and Equality Act of 2023
This bill prohibits the Department of Defense (DOD) from directing or otherwise compelling any member of the Armed Forces, military dependent, or civilian DOD employee to personally affirm, adopt, or adhere to the tenet that any sex, race, ethnicity, religion, or national origin is inherently superior or inferior.
No organization or institution under DOD authority may provide courses, training, or any other type of instruction that directs, compels, or otherwise suggests that any member of the Armed Forces, military dependent, or civilian DOD employee should affirm, adopt, or adhere to the tenet that any sex, race, ethnicity, religion, or national origin is inherently superior or inferior. Additionally, such organizations or institutions are prohibited from making a distinction or classification of members of the Armed Forces, military dependents, or civilian DOD employees based on race, ethnicity, or national origin.
All DOD personnel actions must be based exclusively on individual merit and demonstrated performance.
