Easier Military Service Access for Individuals with Past Medical Conditions
New rules aim to standardize and increase transparency in medical evaluations for military recruits. Individuals with certain childhood medical conditions that no longer require treatment will find it easier to join the armed forces. The act also establishes clear appeal processes for medical disqualifications.
Key points
Uniform medical standards for all armed forces, made accessible to potential recruits.
Prohibition of disqualification based solely on a medical diagnosis before age 13, if the condition required no treatment for 5 years and a current medical evaluation confirms fitness.
Establishment of a review process for medical disqualifications.
Possibility of waiving medical disqualifications if deemed in the interest of national security.
Annual reports to Congress on medical disqualifications and granted waivers.
Introduced
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