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Review of Military Enlistment Rules for DACA Recipients

The U.S. House of Representatives recommends that the Secretary of Defense review rules regarding the enlistment of certain non-citizens into the Armed Forces. Specifically, this concerns individuals holding employment authorization documents issued under the DACA program. The aim is to determine if these individuals can serve, potentially opening new opportunities for DACA recipients.
Key points
Recommendation for the Secretary of Defense to examine military enlistment for DACA recipients.
Potential opening of military service pathways for young immigrants brought to the U.S. as children.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HRES_516
Sponsor: Rep. Foster, Bill [D-IL-11]
Process start date: 2023-06-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Secretary of Defense should review section 504 of title 10, United States Code, for purposes related to enlisting certain aliens in the Armed Forces.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_516.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-06-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Recommendation for the Secretary of Defense to examine military enlistment for DACA recipients.
  • Potential opening of military service pathways for young immigrants brought to the U.S. as children.
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 Rep. Foster, Bill [D-IL-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Security Migration