A bill to authorize the posthumous honorary promotion to general of Lieutenant General Frank Maxwell Andrews, United States Army.
Impact
If SB1009 is enacted, it would override any existing time limitations regarding posthumous promotions within the Armed Forces. This means that the President would be granted the authority to issue an honorary commission to promote General Andrews despite any usual restrictions. Such a move would not alter his retired pay or any other benefits related to his prior service, nor would it affect entitlements of other personnel based on his military service.
Summary
Senate Bill 1009 is a legislative proposal which aims to authorize a posthumous honorary promotion to the rank of general for Lieutenant General Frank Maxwell Andrews of the United States Army. The bill was introduced on March 28, 2023, by Senators Braun, Blackburn, and Van Hollen, and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. The legislation represents a significant recognition of General Andrews for his military service and contributions.
Contention
While there are no major points of contention noted in the bill’s introduction, posthumous promotions can sometimes evoke mixed responses, particularly concerning the criteria and precedents for such honors. Nonetheless, the specificity of SB1009 being a promotion strictly in honor of General Andrews provides a clear focus that seems to have garnered support among the bill's sponsors and legislators.
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