Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HR516

Introduced
6/15/23  

Caption

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Secretary of Defense should review section 504 of title 10, United States Code, for purposes related to enlisting certain aliens in the Armed Forces.

Impact

If implemented, the resolution could lead to a significant policy change regarding military recruitment practices, particularly affecting young undocumented individuals who have been granted DACA status. This could potentially expand recruitment opportunities for the Armed Forces, which has faced challenges in meeting its enlistment goals. The resolution highlights a growing recognition of the contributions that DACA recipients can make to national service and defense.

Summary

House Resolution 516 expresses the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the enlistment of certain aliens in the Armed Forces. Specifically, it calls upon the Secretary of Defense to review Section 504 of Title 10, United States Code. This review is aimed at determining the potential for enlisting individuals who are part of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program and currently possess an employment authorization document issued under the Department of Homeland Security.

Contention

The discussion surrounding HR516 is expected to encounter debates over immigration policy and military readiness. Supporters argue that allowing DACA recipients to enlist could help bridge gaps in recruitment and fulfill military staffing needs. However, opponents may raise concerns about immigration laws and the implications of enlisting individuals who are not fully documented citizens. The resolution thus sits at the intersection of military policy and contentious immigration issues.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US HR510

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Parthenon Marbles should be returned to Greece.

US HR607

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the majority of NATO member countries have failed to meet their defense spending commitment and that the United States should not continue to subsidize the security of countries that choose not to invest in their own defense.

US HR85

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United Nations Security Council should immediately impose an arms embargo against the military of Burma.

US HR371

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that public servants should be commended for their dedication and continued service to the United States during Public Service Recognition Week.

US HR577

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that authorities under section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 should be allowed to expire.

US HB5330

To amend title 10, United States Code, to establish a Department of Defense Military Housing Readiness Council, and for other purposes.

US HR332

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives on Ukrainian victory.

US HR124

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should support the expansion of domestic nuclear energy and advanced nuclear technology as a viable source of power in order to promote United States nuclear energy leadership and global energy independence.

US HR42

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee, as an entity of the United States Postal Service, should issue a commemorative stamp in honor of Congressman Elijah E. Cummings.

US HR402

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Justices of the Supreme Court should make themselves subject to the existing and operative ethics guidelines set out in the Code of Conduct for United States Judges, or should promulgate their own code of conduct.

Similar Bills

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