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Protecting Service Members from Mandates and Restoring Rights

This act aims to prevent the military from re-imposing mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations without Congressional approval. It restores rights and status to service members who were discharged or penalized for refusing vaccination, including changing their discharge status to honorable and allowing reinstatement. Additionally, it releases them from bonus repayment obligations and mandates reimbursement for amounts already repaid.
Key points
Prohibits re-imposing mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations in the military without Congressional approval.
Allows service members discharged for vaccine refusal to have their discharge status changed to honorable.
Enables reinstatement to service for those discharged due to vaccine refusal, at their highest held rank.
Terminates obligation to repay bonuses and mandates reimbursement for repayments made by service members discharged for vaccine refusal.
Requires equal consideration for unvaccinated service members in professional development and promotions.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_117
Sponsor: Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]
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_S_117.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-01-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits re-imposing mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations in the military without Congressional approval.
  • Allows service members discharged for vaccine refusal to have their discharge status changed to honorable.
  • Enables reinstatement to service for those discharged due to vaccine refusal, at their highest held rank.
  • Terminates obligation to repay bonuses and mandates reimbursement for repayments made by service members discharged for vaccine refusal.
  • Requires equal consideration for unvaccinated service members in professional development and promotions.
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 Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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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