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Introduced
02/15/2023
02/15/2023
In Committee
02/15/2023
02/15/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025
01/03/2025
Introduced Session
118th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To provide requirements related to the eligibility of individuals who identify as transgender from serving in the Armed Forces.
AI Summary
This bill, the Ensuring Military Readiness Act of 2023, proposes restrictions on military service by individuals who identify as transgender. It requires the Secretary of Defense to prescribe regulations within 90 days that disqualify individuals with a history of gender dysphoria, except under limited circumstances, and those who have undergone gender transition. The bill also mandates the Secretary to update the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) to require gender markers to match biological sex, regardless of previous changes. The bill defines key terms like "gender dysphoria," "gender transition," and "gender transition procedures," providing context around the proposed limitations.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (on 02/15/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/435/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/s435/BILLS-118s435is.pdf |
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