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End of Mandatory Military Service Registration in the US

This act repeals the mandatory military service registration for US citizens. This means young people will no longer be required to register with the Selective Service System. Furthermore, individuals who previously failed to register will not face any legal consequences or loss of rights due to this.
Key points
Repeal of the Selective Service System registration requirement.
No penalties or loss of rights for individuals who previously failed to register.
Elimination of local draft boards and related agencies.
Transfer of Selective Service System assets and records to another government agency.
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Print number: 117_HR_2509
Sponsor: Rep. DeFazio, Peter A. [D-OR-4]
Process start date: 2021-04-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Selective Service Repeal Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2509.

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 2021-04-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Repeal of the Selective Service System registration requirement.
  • No penalties or loss of rights for individuals who previously failed to register.
  • Elimination of local draft boards and related agencies.
  • Transfer of Selective Service System assets and records to another government agency.
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. DeFazio, Peter A. [D-OR-4].

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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