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Protecting Service Members: Ending Vaccine Mandates, Providing Remedies, and Reinstatement.

This act aims to protect service members who were discharged or faced adverse actions due to refusing COVID-19 vaccination. It provides them with options for honorable discharge, reinstatement, compensation for lost pay, and cancellation of bonus repayment obligations. Additionally, it limits the ability to impose new vaccine mandates without Congressional approval.
Key points
Prohibits new mandatory COVID-19 vaccine mandates for the military without express Congressional authorization.
Allows service members discharged for vaccine refusal to have their status adjusted to honorable and be reinstated.
Provides compensation for lost pay and benefits, and terminates obligations to repay bonuses for affected members.
Requires expunging adverse actions related to COVID-19 vaccination status from service records.
Ensures equal professional development and promotion opportunities for unvaccinated service members.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_511
Sponsor: Rep. Harrigan, Pat [R-NC-10]
Process start date: 2025-01-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

AMERICANS Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_511.

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 2025-01-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits new mandatory COVID-19 vaccine mandates for the military without express Congressional authorization.
  • Allows service members discharged for vaccine refusal to have their status adjusted to honorable and be reinstated.
  • Provides compensation for lost pay and benefits, and terminates obligations to repay bonuses for affected members.
  • Requires expunging adverse actions related to COVID-19 vaccination status from service records.
  • Ensures equal professional development and promotion opportunities for unvaccinated service members.
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. Harrigan, Pat [R-NC-10].

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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