A bill to establish objective standards, procedural protections, and independent review for the Secretary of Defense’s removal of officers from promotion recommendations.
Latest action (24 Sep 2026): Introduced
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Official summary
This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on September 24, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does S. 5542 do?
- This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on September 24, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
- Has S. 5542 become law?
- Not yet. As of 24 Sep 2026, S. 5542 is introduced.
- Who sponsored S. 5542?
- S. 5542 was sponsored by Sen. Richard Blumenthal [D-CT] (Democrat-CT), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S. 5542?
- Introduced (24 Sep 2026).
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