Protecting Civilians in US Military Operations: New Rules and Accountability
This act aims to enhance civilian protection during US military operations. It introduces new rules for investigating civilian harm, establishes a central database for such incidents, and creates a dedicated center to ensure greater transparency and accountability. Citizens can expect more thorough investigations and potential reparations for incidents.
Key points
Independent Investigations: Requires investigations into civilian harm to be conducted by personnel outside the military unit involved in the operation, increasing objectivity.
Public Information: Establishes a publicly accessible database of reports and investigation results concerning civilian harm, enhancing military transparency.
Civilian Support: Creates a Center of Excellence for the Protection of Civilians to advise, monitor, and recommend reparations for affected civilians, including formal apologies and payments.
Increased Staffing: Adds more specialists within military commands responsible for preventing, mitigating, and responding to civilian harm.
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