Equal Fitness Standards for Combat Soldiers
A proposed law requires the US Army to set the same high physical fitness tests for men and women serving in combat roles. These standards must be tougher than for other Army jobs, ensuring all soldiers in these roles meet high physical demands.
Key points
Establishment of single physical fitness tests for all soldiers in combat roles, regardless of sex.
Fitness standards for combat roles will be higher than for other Army positions.
The Army has 180 days to implement these changes after the law is passed.
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