Combating Racist Training in the Military Act of 2023

Senate Bill 556 - Combating Racist Training in the Military Act of 2023: Overview, Status, and Impact

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 556 Combating Racist Training in the Military 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, 4:06 PM

Congressional Summary of S 556

Combating Racist Training in the Military Act of 2023

This bill prohibits the Armed Forces and academic institutions of the Department of Defense from promoting specified anti-American and racist theories (e.g., that any race is inherently superior or inferior to any other race).

Specifically, the bill prohibits

including anti-American and racist theories or materials in curricula, reading lists, seminars, workshops, trainings, or other educational or professional settings in a manner that could appear as sponsorship, approval, or endorsement;
contracting with, hiring, or otherwise engaging speakers, consultants, diversity trainers, and other persons for the purpose of advocating anti-American and racist theories;
compelling members of the Armed Forces to affirm or profess belief in anti-American and racist theories; and
segregating members of the Armed Forces by race in any setting, including educational and training sessions.

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Current Status of Bill S 556

Bill S 556 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 28, 2023. Bill S 556 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 28, 2023. Bill S 556's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. as of February 28, 2023