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Coast Guard Commandant Joins Joint Chiefs of Staff

This bill aims to include the Commandant of the Coast Guard in the Joint Chiefs of Staff. This means the Coast Guard will have a greater say in strategic military decisions, potentially leading to better coordination of maritime security and national defense efforts. For citizens, this could mean enhanced safety on waterways and more effective responses to threats.
Key points
The Commandant of the Coast Guard will become a full member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, increasing its role in defense planning.
These changes aim for better coordination of military and national security efforts, impacting overall national safety.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_2136
Sponsor: Rep. Crist, Charlie [D-FL-13]
Process start date: 2021-03-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend title 10, United States Code, to provide for the membership of the Commandant of the Coast Guard on the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2136.

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 2021-03-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Commandant of the Coast Guard will become a full member of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, increasing its role in defense planning.
  • These changes aim for better coordination of military and national security efforts, impacting overall national safety.
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. Crist, Charlie [D-FL-13].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.

Is this summary verified?

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

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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