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Introduced
05/16/2019
05/16/2019
In Committee
05/16/2019
05/16/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
A bill to enhance efforts to prevent sexual assault in the Armed Forces, and for other purposes. This bill addresses sexual assault in the armed forces. It directs the Department of Defense to establish a Defense Advisory Committee for the Prevention of Sexual Misconduct. Upon a determination not to refer a case of alleged sexual assault for trial by court-martial, the commander making such determination shall notify the victim, at least monthly, of the status of further action. The bill also allows each military department to detail certain enlisted members meeting requirements for acceptance of a commission as commissioned officers as students at accredited U.S. law schools for a period of legal training leading to a law degree. A service member agreeing to such training will, upon completion, accept a commission as a judge advocate or law specialist. Selections shall be on a competitive basis for active duty for a two-year period (in addition to any other service obligation).
AI Summary
This bill aims to enhance efforts to prevent sexual assault in the Armed Forces. It directs the Department of Defense to establish a Defense Advisory Committee for the Prevention of Sexual Misconduct, which will advise the Secretary of Defense on policies, programs, and practices for preventing sexual assault. The bill also requires commanders to notify victims at least monthly about the status of further action in cases where they decide not to refer an alleged sexual assault for trial by court-martial. Additionally, the bill allows each military department to detail certain enlisted members meeting requirements for acceptance of a commission as commissioned officers as students at accredited U.S. law schools for a period of legal training leading to a law degree, with the understanding that they will then accept a commission as a judge advocate or law specialist.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (on 05/16/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/senate-bill/1526/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s1526/BILLS-116s1526is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s1526/BILLS-116s1526is.pdf.pdf |
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