Bill > S1976

This bill authorizes military service members to participate in congressional fellowships through the Skillbridge program, which helps transitioning service members gain professional experience. Specifically, the bill allows eligible service members to serve fellowships in congressional personal offices, leadership offices, or congressional committees and subcommittees. The Secretary of Defense will oversee the program by ensuring that: each fellowship placement is approved by the specific congressional office, only one service member serves in a single office at a time (with a brief 14-day overlap allowed), the service member's commanding officer confirms their qualifications, and an orientation program is provided to teach fellows about the legislative process, ethics, and congressional protocols. The fellowship duration is limited to 180 days, and the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Legislative Affairs must be notified of each participant. This legislation aims to provide military personnel with valuable legislative experience and support their transition to civilian careers by offering unique professional development opportunities on Capitol Hill.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1976/all-info