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This resolution urges the United States Armed Forces to expand medical waivers for recruits with food allergies, particularly peanut allergies. The resolution highlights that current Department of Defense medical standards disqualify individuals with food allergies, but existing policies do allow for case-by-case medical waivers. The document notes that the military can already accommodate dietary restrictions through Kosher and Halal rations and that not all military careers require extensive food accommodations. Specifically referencing recent Air Force policy changes, the resolution points out that individuals with documented food allergies (without serious systemic reactions) could potentially be granted waivers with career and assignment restrictions. The resolution cites population statistics indicating that approximately 6.6% of adults aged 18-44 have food allergies, with 1.8% having peanut allergies specifically, suggesting that expanding medical waivers could help address ongoing military recruitment challenges. The resolution calls on the Armed Forces to broaden their medical waiver policies and requests that a copy of the resolution be sent to the United States Secretary of Defense.

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