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Faster Military Reassignments for Family Proximity

This proposed law aims to make it easier for military members to be reassigned closer to their dependent children's homes. Commanders will need to make quick decisions on such requests, and denials can be appealed. This should help military families stay closer together.
Key points
Quick Decisions: Commanders must decide on reassignment requests within 5 days.
Right to Appeal: If denied, members can request a review by a higher-ranking officer within two weeks.
Privacy Protection: Commanders must protect the privacy of members requesting reassignment.
No Retaliation: Members cannot face negative consequences for requesting a reassignment.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_5100
Sponsor: Rep. Crow, Jason [D-CO-6]
Process start date: 2023-08-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Military FAMILY Dependents Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5100.

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 2023-08-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Quick Decisions: Commanders must decide on reassignment requests within 5 days.
  • Right to Appeal: If denied, members can request a review by a higher-ranking officer within two weeks.
  • Privacy Protection: Commanders must protect the privacy of members requesting reassignment.
  • No Retaliation: Members cannot face negative consequences for requesting a reassignment.
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. Crow, Jason [D-CO-6].

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.

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.

CATEGORIES

Family Security