US HR5071

Bill

US HR5071

Space Force Legacy Guardian Recognition Act

Introduced
07/28/2023

In Committee
07/28/2023

Crossed Over

Passed

Dead
01/03/2025

Introduced Session

118th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To amend title 10, United States Code, to authorize the Secretary of the Air Force to designate certain separated members of the Air Force as honorary separated members of the Space Force.

AI Summary

This bill authorizes the Secretary of the Air Force to designate certain separated members of the Air Force as honorary separated members of the Space Force, referred to as "Legacy Guardians". The bill establishes eligibility criteria, application process, and the ability to receive a certificate or insignia for this designation, but clarifies that it does not entitle the individual to any additional benefits beyond this designation. The purpose is to recognize the contributions of Air Force members who served in support of space operations prior to the establishment of the Space Force as a separate military branch.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (8)

Don Bacon (R)*, Brian Babin (R), Salud Carbajal (D), Don Davis (D), Brian Fitzpatrick (R), Josh Gottheimer (D), Doug Lamborn (R), Ted Lieu (D),

Last Action

Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. (on 07/28/2023)

Official Document

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/5071/all-info

(3 Companion Bills)

Version:

Document Type	Source Location
State Bill Page	https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/5071/all-info
BillText	https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr5071/BILLS-118hr5071ih.pdf

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