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Military Justice Reform: Combating Sexual Assault and Violence

This act changes how serious offenses in the military, such as sexual assault, are handled by moving prosecution decisions outside the direct chain of command. This aims to increase the independence and effectiveness of proceedings, and improve safety on military installations through better security and training.
Key points
Decisions to prosecute serious offenses, including sexual assault, will be made by independent officers outside the chain of command of the accused or victim.
Mandatory, specialized training will be introduced for military prosecutors and leadership on sexual assault prevention.
Physical security measures in military lodging and living spaces will be increased, including lock replacement and CCTV installation.
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Print number: 117_S_1520
Sponsor: Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY]
Process start date: 2021-04-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Military Justice Improvement and Increasing Prevention Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1520.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Decisions to prosecute serious offenses, including sexual assault, will be made by independent officers outside the chain of command of the accused or victim.
  • Mandatory, specialized training will be introduced for military prosecutors and leadership on sexual assault prevention.
  • Physical security measures in military lodging and living spaces will be increased, including lock replacement and CCTV installation.
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 Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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