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Prohibiting Racist and Anti-American Theories in US Military

This act aims to prohibit the promotion of theories within the U.S. Armed Forces and Department of Defense institutions that deem the U.S. as racist or individuals as superior/inferior based on race. This ensures military training does not undermine national unity and defense missions, impacting how soldiers are trained and interact.
Key points
Prohibits promoting theories that any race is inherently superior or inferior, or that the U.S. is a fundamentally racist country.
Bans teaching that an individual's moral character is determined by race, or that they are inherently racist due to their race.
Ensures the military will not compel service members to affirm these theories or segregate them by race.
The act does not restrict protected speech, access to materials for research, or contextual education.
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Print number: 118_HR_1228
Sponsor: Rep. Bishop, Dan [R-NC-8]
Process start date: 2023-02-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Combating Racist Training in the Military Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1228.

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 2023-02-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits promoting theories that any race is inherently superior or inferior, or that the U.S. is a fundamentally racist country.
  • Bans teaching that an individual's moral character is determined by race, or that they are inherently racist due to their race.
  • Ensures the military will not compel service members to affirm these theories or segregate them by race.
  • The act does not restrict protected speech, access to materials for research, or contextual education.
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. Bishop, Dan [R-NC-8].

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.

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