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Protecting Service Members from COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate Consequences

This bill aims to protect service members who refused COVID-19 vaccination. It allows them to change their discharge status to honorable, be reinstated, and receive compensation for lost pay and benefits. Additionally, it prohibits new vaccine mandates without Congressional approval and ensures equal treatment for unvaccinated service members.
Key points
Prohibits new COVID-19 vaccine mandates for the military without explicit Congressional authorization.
Allows service members discharged due to vaccine refusal to have their discharge status adjusted to honorable.
Enables reinstatement of service members to their previous rank and seniority if involuntarily separated due to vaccine status.
Provides compensation for lost pay and benefits for service members who faced adverse actions due to vaccine refusal.
Requires expungement of adverse actions and references related to COVID-19 vaccination status from service records.
Mandates equal professional development, promotion, and leadership opportunities for unvaccinated service members.
Establishes exemptions for COVID-19 vaccination based on natural immunity, health conditions, or sincerely held religious beliefs.
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Print number: 118_HR_453
Sponsor: Rep. Bishop, Dan [R-NC-8]
Process start date: 2023-01-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

AMERICANS Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_453.

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 2023-01-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits new COVID-19 vaccine mandates for the military without explicit Congressional authorization.
  • Allows service members discharged due to vaccine refusal to have their discharge status adjusted to honorable.
  • Enables reinstatement of service members to their previous rank and seniority if involuntarily separated due to vaccine status.
  • Provides compensation for lost pay and benefits for service members who faced adverse actions due to vaccine refusal.
  • Requires expungement of adverse actions and references related to COVID-19 vaccination status from service records.
  • Mandates equal professional development, promotion, and leadership opportunities for unvaccinated service members.
  • Establishes exemptions for COVID-19 vaccination based on natural immunity, health conditions, or sincerely held religious beliefs.
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 2025-12-25.

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