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To amend the Military Selective Service Act to allow women to elect to register for the draft.

12/31/2022, 5:36 AM

Summary of Bill HR 5392

Bill 117 HR 5392, also known as the "Draft America's Daughters Act," seeks to amend the Military Selective Service Act to allow women to elect to register for the draft. Currently, only men are required to register for the Selective Service when they turn 18, but this bill would give women the option to do so as well.

The bill was introduced in response to the changing roles of women in the military and society as a whole. Supporters argue that women should have the same opportunities and responsibilities as men when it comes to serving in the armed forces. They believe that allowing women to register for the draft would promote gender equality and ensure that the military has access to a larger pool of potential recruits.

Opponents of the bill argue that forcing women to register for the draft goes against traditional gender roles and could put them in harm's way unnecessarily. They also raise concerns about the practicality of implementing such a policy, as the military is currently an all-volunteer force and may not need to rely on a draft in the future. Overall, the passage of Bill 117 HR 5392 would represent a significant shift in US military policy and could have far-reaching implications for gender equality and national defense. It is currently being debated in Congress, and its fate remains uncertain.

Congressional Summary of HR 5392

This bill provides that a female citizen of the United States (or other female person residing in the country) who is between the ages of 18 and 26 may elect to present herself and submit to registration for the draft.

Current Status of Bill HR 5392

Bill HR 5392 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 28, 2021. Bill HR 5392 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 28, 2021.  Bill HR 5392's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. as of September 28, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5392

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
22
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
22
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5392

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5392

To amend the Military Selective Service Act to allow women to elect to register for the draft.
To amend the Military Selective Service Act to allow women to elect to register for the draft.

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