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Patriot Retention Act
12/31/2022, 5:07 AM
Summary of Bill HR 4343
Bill 117 HR 4343, also known as the Patriot Retention Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address concerns about the retention of military personnel in the United States Armed Forces.
The Patriot Retention Act aims to improve the recruitment and retention of military personnel by providing incentives for service members to stay in the military. This includes offering bonuses, educational opportunities, and other benefits to encourage service members to continue their careers in the military.
Additionally, the bill seeks to address issues related to the mental health and well-being of service members. It includes provisions for increased mental health support, counseling services, and resources for service members who may be struggling with mental health issues. Overall, the Patriot Retention Act is focused on improving the recruitment and retention of military personnel, as well as supporting the mental health and well-being of service members. It is currently being debated in Congress and may undergo changes before being voted on.
The Patriot Retention Act aims to improve the recruitment and retention of military personnel by providing incentives for service members to stay in the military. This includes offering bonuses, educational opportunities, and other benefits to encourage service members to continue their careers in the military.
Additionally, the bill seeks to address issues related to the mental health and well-being of service members. It includes provisions for increased mental health support, counseling services, and resources for service members who may be struggling with mental health issues. Overall, the Patriot Retention Act is focused on improving the recruitment and retention of military personnel, as well as supporting the mental health and well-being of service members. It is currently being debated in Congress and may undergo changes before being voted on.
Congressional Summary of HR 4343
Patriot Retention Act
This bill allows a retired service member who has more than 20 years of service, and who possesses a skill for which a critical shortage exists, to serve as a paid member of the Ready Reserve of the Armed Forces and concurrently receive retired pay.
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Current Status of Bill HR 4343
Bill HR 4343 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 1, 2021. Bill HR 4343 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 1, 2021. Bill HR 4343's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. as of July 1, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4343
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4343
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4343
To amend title 10, United States Code, to authorize certain retired members of the Armed Forces to be placed in the Ready Reserve and to receive retired pay and the pay and allowances for duty that member performs.
Patriot Retention Act
Patriot Retention Act
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