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Military Training Database: Easing Civilian Employment for Veterans

New legislation mandates the creation of a centralized database for military training. This aims to help veterans and active service members translate their military skills into civilian licenses and certifications, potentially speeding up their job search after service. Employers and state agencies will have easier access to information about military qualifications.
Key points
A central "Military Training and Competency Database" will be established, containing information on service members' training and qualifications.
The database will allow states and employers to verify if military training meets civilian licensing and certification requirements.
Each service member will receive a "competency report" summarizing their military training, facilitating their job search after service.
The act aims to ease the transition of service members from military to civilian life by better recognizing their skills.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_5148
Sponsor: Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2]
Process start date: 2023-08-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To direct the Secretary of Defense to establish a centralized database to record and maintain information relating to training performed by members of the Armed Forces.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5148.

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 2023-08-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A central "Military Training and Competency Database" will be established, containing information on service members' training and qualifications.
  • The database will allow states and employers to verify if military training meets civilian licensing and certification requirements.
  • Each service member will receive a "competency report" summarizing their military training, facilitating their job search after service.
  • The act aims to ease the transition of service members from military to civilian life by better recognizing their skills.
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. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2].

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.

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Labor Security