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Prohibiting Punishment of National Guard for COVID-19 Vaccination Status

This bill aims to protect members of the National Guard from being discharged or losing pay and benefits due to their COVID-19 vaccination status. This means their vaccination status cannot be used as a basis for discipline, withholding payments, or prohibiting participation in training.
Key points
National Guard members cannot be discharged or disciplined based on their COVID-19 vaccination status.
Pay and benefits (such as medical care, transitional benefits, commissary access) cannot be withheld from National Guard members based on vaccination status.
National Guard members cannot be prohibited from participating in training or using equipment funded by Congress due to lack of vaccination.
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To prohibit the Department of Defense from discharging or withholding pay or benefits from members of the National Guard based on COVID-19 vaccination status.
Print number: HR 6178
Sponsor: Rep. Bice, Stephanie I. [R-OK-5]
Process start date: 2021-12-08
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Prohibiting Punishment of National Guard for COVID-19 Vaccination Status

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 6178.

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 2021-12-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • National Guard members cannot be discharged or disciplined based on their COVID-19 vaccination status.
  • Pay and benefits (such as medical care, transitional benefits, commissary access) cannot be withheld from National Guard members based on vaccination status.
  • National Guard members cannot be prohibited from participating in training or using equipment funded by Congress due to lack of vaccination.

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. Bice, Stephanie I. [R-OK-5].

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 2025-12-28.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 6178

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