OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Military to Mariners Act of 2022
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4842.
Which chamber initiated this legislation?
This legislation was initiated in the Senate.
When did the legislative process begin?
The process officially started on 2022-09-13.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Streamlining procedures and reducing paperwork for veterans applying for merchant mariner credentials.
- Better recognition of military sea service as equivalent to required commercial sea time.
- Implementing an internet-based application process for merchant mariner credentials to speed up approvals.
- Supporting well-paying maritime jobs for veterans, strengthening U.S. national security and economy.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX].
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.
What is the impact of this bill?
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