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Religious Insignia on Dog Tags: New Sales Rules for Military.

New rules allow combining religious symbols with military trademarks on commercially sold dog tags. This means companies can legally sell dog tags with such combinations, potentially affecting the availability and variety of products for individuals interested in expressing their faith alongside military affiliation. These changes are retroactive to 2013.
Key points
Religious symbols can now be combined with military trademarks on dog tags.
Companies are allowed to legally sell these combined dog tags.
The changes are effective retroactively from September 13, 2013.
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Print number: 119_HR_453
Sponsor: Rep. Steube, W. Gregory [R-FL-17]
Process start date: 2025-01-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Religious Insignia on Dog Tags Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_453.

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 2025-01-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Religious symbols can now be combined with military trademarks on dog tags.
  • Companies are allowed to legally sell these combined dog tags.
  • The changes are effective retroactively from September 13, 2013.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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