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NJ SCR93
NJ SCR93Urges US Congress to pass legislation to reinstate service members discharged for refusing COVID-19 vaccine.
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Introduced
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
In Committee
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This concurrent resolution urges the United States Congress to pass H.R.7570, which would establish certain protections for individuals involuntarily separated from the United States Armed Forces solely on the basis of refusing to receive vaccinations against COVID-19. COVID-19 vaccinations became mandatory for members of the Armed Forces in 2021. Those service members who did not wish to receive a vaccine were discharged, in some cases with a general discharge under honorable conditions. These discharges may create issues for future employment and minimize the contribution and commitment made by members of the United States Armed Forces. H.R.7570 would reinstate service members to their previous rank and grade, upon their request and change the discharge of an individual to honorable. New Jersey recognizes the contributions of members of the Armed Forces and the importance of their service to our nation.
AI Summary
This concurrent resolution urges the United States Congress to pass H.R.7570, a bill that would provide protections for service members who were discharged from the U.S. Armed Forces for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine, which became mandatory in 2021. The resolution explains that some service members received general discharges under honorable conditions, which can negatively impact their future employment and benefits, and that H.R.7570 aims to rectify this by allowing these individuals to be reinstated to their previous rank and grade upon request and to have their discharge status changed to honorable, recognizing their contributions to the nation.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee (on 02/05/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/SCR93 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/SCR/93_I1.HTM |
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