House Bill 5738
116th Congress(2019-2020)
To direct the Secretary of Defense to implement a safe-to-report policy applicable across the Armed Forces.
Introduced
Introduced in House on Jan 30, 2020
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
Bill
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Bill Number
5738
Congress
116
Policy Area
Armed Forces and National Security
Armed Forces and National Security
Primary focus of measure is military operations and spending, facilities, procurement and weapons, personnel, intelligence; strategic materials; war and emergency powers; veterans’ issues. Measures concerning alliances and collective security, arms sales and military assistance, or arms control may fall under International Affairs policy area.
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
This bill requires the Department of Defense to establish a safe-to-report policy for (1) members of the Armed Forces, including members of reserve components but excluding the Coast Guard; and (2) cadets and midshipmen at the military service academies.
The policy must allow an alleged victim of sexual assault to report the assault without fear or receipt of discipline, absent aggravating circumstances, for minor collateral misconduct.
January 30, 2020
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01/30/2020
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
01/30/2020
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Feb 9, 2022 2:56:15 AM