What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 881.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-08.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr881/BILLS-118hr881ih.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Steube, W. Gregory [R-FL-17].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 881

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Protecting Military Personnel and Cadets Who Refused COVID-19 Vaccination.

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Federal funds cannot be used to enforce current or future COVID-19 vaccine mandates for active military personnel or service academy students. Individuals previously discharged solely for vaccine refusal must be reinstated with back pay and their original rank or credits. All discharges related to COVID-19 vaccine refusal must be characterized as 'honorable discharge,' and negative records must be expunged.

This bill establishes protections for military members and service academy students who refused the COVID-19 vaccine mandate. It prohibits the use of federal funds to enforce such mandates and bans adverse actions based solely on vaccine refusal. Individuals previously separated due to refusal must be reinstated, receive back pay, and have their discharge characterized as honorable.

Key points

Federal funds cannot be used to enforce current or future COVID-19 vaccine mandates for active military personnel or service academy students.

Individuals previously discharged solely for vaccine refusal must be reinstated with back pay and their original rank or credits.

All discharges related to COVID-19 vaccine refusal must be characterized as 'honorable discharge,' and negative records must be expunged.

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Additional Information

Safeguarding the U.S. Armed Forces and Service Academies Act

Print number: HR 881

Sponsor: Rep. Steube, W. Gregory [R-FL-17]

Process start date: 2023-02-08

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Protecting Military Personnel and Cadets Who Refused COVID-19 Vaccination.

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