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Military Reforms: Recruitment, Training, and COVID-19 Policy Changes

This bill aims to reform military recruitment and promotion processes, emphasizing merit over background. It also restricts diversity programs and introduces new rules for personnel discharged due to COVID-19 vaccine refusal. Additionally, the act limits funding for environmental projects within the Department of Defense, requiring cost-benefit analysis.
Key points
Prohibits considering race, ethnicity, or gender in military accessions and promotions, focusing on merit.
Establishes gender-neutral physical fitness standards for military personnel, tailored to job requirements.
Appoints a Director of COVID Policy to potentially reinstate and provide back pay to service members discharged for vaccine refusal.
Limits funding for Department of Defense environmental projects, requiring proof of their benefit to readiness and cost-effectiveness.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_3278
Sponsor: Rep. Waltz, Michael [R-FL-6]
Process start date: 2023-05-11