Service Academies District of Columbia Equality Act of 2023

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 3265 Service Academies District of Columbia Equality Act of 2023 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.

12/15/2023, 4:09 PM

Summary of Bill S 3265

Bill 118 s 3265, also known as the Service Academies District of Columbia Equality Act of 2023, aims to address the issue of representation for the District of Columbia in the United States service academies. The bill seeks to ensure that students from the District of Columbia have equal access to the service academies, which are prestigious institutions that train future military officers.

The bill proposes that each service academy reserve a certain number of slots for students from the District of Columbia, in proportion to the population of the District compared to the overall population of the United States. This would help to ensure that students from the District have a fair opportunity to attend these academies and pursue careers in the military.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for outreach and recruitment efforts in the District of Columbia to encourage students to apply to the service academies. This would help to increase awareness of the opportunities available at the academies and ensure that students from the District are aware of the resources and support available to them. Overall, the Service Academies District of Columbia Equality Act of 2023 aims to promote diversity and representation in the United States military by ensuring that students from the District of Columbia have equal access to the service academies. By providing opportunities for students from the District to attend these prestigious institutions, the bill seeks to create a more inclusive and representative military force.

Congressional Summary of S 3265

Service Academies District of Columbia Equality Act of 2023

This bill increases from 5 to 15 the number of individuals from the District of Columbia who may be appointed to the U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Naval Academy, and U.S. Air Force Academy.

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Current Status of Bill S 3265

Bill S 3265 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 9, 2023. Bill S 3265 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on November 9, 2023. Bill S 3265's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S5460) as of November 9, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3265

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3265

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3265

Service Academies District of Columbia Equality Act of 2023Service Academies District of Columbia Equality Act of 2023A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to increase the number of individuals from the District of Columbia who may be appointed to military service academies.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 3265

Tim Kaine

Virginia(Democrat)

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