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A bill to repeal the Military Selective Service Act.
8/1/2024, 10:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 4881
Bill 118 s 4881, also known as the "Military Selective Service Act Repeal Act," is a proposed piece of legislation in the United States Congress. The bill aims to repeal the Military Selective Service Act, which requires all male U.S. citizens and male immigrants residing in the country to register with the Selective Service System upon turning 18 years old.
If passed, this bill would eliminate the requirement for young men to register for the draft, which has been in place since 1980. The Selective Service System was originally established during World War I and has been used in times of national emergency to conscript individuals into the military.
Proponents of the bill argue that the draft is outdated and unnecessary in today's modern military, which relies on a volunteer force. They also argue that the draft disproportionately impacts young men and is discriminatory based on gender. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that the draft is a necessary tool for national defense and that eliminating it could weaken the country's ability to respond to future threats. They also argue that the draft promotes a sense of civic duty and responsibility among young men. Overall, the passage of Bill 118 s 4881 would have significant implications for the future of the Selective Service System and the way the United States prepares for potential military conflicts. It is currently being debated in Congress, and its fate remains uncertain.
If passed, this bill would eliminate the requirement for young men to register for the draft, which has been in place since 1980. The Selective Service System was originally established during World War I and has been used in times of national emergency to conscript individuals into the military.
Proponents of the bill argue that the draft is outdated and unnecessary in today's modern military, which relies on a volunteer force. They also argue that the draft disproportionately impacts young men and is discriminatory based on gender. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that the draft is a necessary tool for national defense and that eliminating it could weaken the country's ability to respond to future threats. They also argue that the draft promotes a sense of civic duty and responsibility among young men. Overall, the passage of Bill 118 s 4881 would have significant implications for the future of the Selective Service System and the way the United States prepares for potential military conflicts. It is currently being debated in Congress, and its fate remains uncertain.
Congressional Summary of S 4881
This bill repeals the requirement for males between the ages of 18 and 26 to register with the Selective Service. The bill also specifies that an individual shall not be penalized for a prior failure to register with the Selective Service.
Current Status of Bill S 4881
Bill S 4881 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 31, 2024. Bill S 4881 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 31, 2024.  Bill S 4881's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. as of July 31, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4881
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
6Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4881
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4881
A bill to repeal the Military Selective Service Act.
A bill to repeal the Military Selective Service Act.
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