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House opposes punishing troops for COVID vaccine refusal

This document shows the US House of Representatives' opinion that the Department of Defense should not punish or give bad discharges to military members who decide not to get the COVID-19 vaccine. This stance aims to protect service members from negative career impacts based on their vaccine choice.
Key points
House of Representatives opposes punishing military members for not getting the COVID-19 vaccine.
The House opposes giving less than honorable discharges for this reason.
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Print number: 117_HRES_587
Sponsor: Rep. Green, Mark E. [R-TN-7]
Process start date: 2021-08-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress disapproves of Department of Defense leadership pursuing adverse actions toward members of the Armed Forces of the United States who choose not to receive a COVID-19 vaccine.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_587.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-08-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • House of Representatives opposes punishing military members for not getting the COVID-19 vaccine.
  • The House opposes giving less than honorable discharges for this reason.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Green, Mark E. [R-TN-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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