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Honorary Promotion for Retired Master Sergeant Harold B. Pharis

This bill authorizes the honorary promotion of retired Master Sergeant Harold B. Pharis to Sergeant Major. It clarifies that this honorary promotion will not affect his retired pay or any other benefits he receives from his military service, nor will it impact benefits for others related to his service.
Key points
Honorary Promotion: Retired Master Sergeant Harold B. Pharis will receive an honorary promotion to Sergeant Major.
No Change in Benefits: This promotion will not alter his retired pay or other military benefits.
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A bill to authorize the honorary promotion of Master Sergeant Harold B. Pharis, United States Army (retired), to Sergeant Major.
Print number: S 1713
Sponsor: Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN]
Process start date: 2021-05-19
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Honorary Promotion for Retired Master Sergeant Harold B. Pharis

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 S 1713.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Honorary Promotion: Retired Master Sergeant Harold B. Pharis will receive an honorary promotion to Sergeant Major.
  • No Change in Benefits: This promotion will not alter his retired pay or other military benefits.

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. Braun, Mike [R-IN].

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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