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A bill to prohibit the use of Department of Defense funds for adult cabaret performances.
12/15/2023, 4:07 PM
Summary of Bill S 1503
Bill 118 s 1503, also known as the "Prohibition of Department of Defense Funds for Adult Cabaret Performances Act," aims to prevent the use of Department of Defense funds for adult cabaret performances. The bill was introduced in the Senate and is currently under consideration.
If passed, this legislation would prohibit the Department of Defense from using any of its funds to support or sponsor adult cabaret performances. This includes any performances that involve nudity, sexually explicit content, or other adult entertainment.
The bill is intended to ensure that taxpayer dollars allocated to the Department of Defense are used for appropriate and necessary purposes, rather than for activities that may be considered inappropriate or offensive. Supporters of the bill argue that it is important to maintain the integrity and professionalism of the Department of Defense and to uphold the values and standards of the military. Opponents of the bill may argue that it infringes on the rights of individuals to engage in legal forms of entertainment and that it is unnecessary to specifically target adult cabaret performances in legislation. Overall, Bill 118 s 1503 seeks to establish clear guidelines for the use of Department of Defense funds and to prevent any potential misuse or abuse of taxpayer dollars for adult entertainment purposes.
If passed, this legislation would prohibit the Department of Defense from using any of its funds to support or sponsor adult cabaret performances. This includes any performances that involve nudity, sexually explicit content, or other adult entertainment.
The bill is intended to ensure that taxpayer dollars allocated to the Department of Defense are used for appropriate and necessary purposes, rather than for activities that may be considered inappropriate or offensive. Supporters of the bill argue that it is important to maintain the integrity and professionalism of the Department of Defense and to uphold the values and standards of the military. Opponents of the bill may argue that it infringes on the rights of individuals to engage in legal forms of entertainment and that it is unnecessary to specifically target adult cabaret performances in legislation. Overall, Bill 118 s 1503 seeks to establish clear guidelines for the use of Department of Defense funds and to prevent any potential misuse or abuse of taxpayer dollars for adult entertainment purposes.
Congressional Summary of S 1503
This bill prohibits the use of Department of Defense funds or facilities for hosting, advertising, or otherwise supporting an adult cabaret performance (i.e., a performance that features topless dancers, go-go dancers, exotic dancers, strippers, or male or female impersonators who provide entertainment that appeals to prurient interest).
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Current Status of Bill S 1503
Bill S 1503 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 9, 2023. Bill S 1503 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 9, 2023. Bill S 1503's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. as of May 9, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1503
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
8Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
8Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1503
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 1503
A bill to prohibit the use of Department of Defense funds for adult cabaret performances.
A bill to prohibit the use of Department of Defense funds for adult cabaret performances.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1503
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