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Preserving Military Recognition: Ending Gender-Neutral Pronouns in Awards.

This act aims to nullify changes made on August 7, 2023, which mandated the use of the gender-neutral pronoun "themself" in official military decoration citations. This means a return to previous rules for formulating awards, which may be important for military personnel and their families.
Key points
The act restores previous rules regarding the language used in military decoration citations.
Gender-neutral pronouns, such as "themself," will no longer be mandatory in official military awards.
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Print number: 118_HR_5579
Sponsor: Rep. Steube, W. Gregory [R-FL-17]
Process start date: 2023-09-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Preserve Military Recognition Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5579.

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 2023-09-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The act restores previous rules regarding the language used in military decoration citations.
  • Gender-neutral pronouns, such as "themself," will no longer be mandatory in official military awards.
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. Steube, W. Gregory [R-FL-17].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

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