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Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA)

Commemorating 50 years of women at the service academies.

H.Res. 1380 · House resolution Armed Forces and National Security

A Democratic resolution with 42 Democratic cosponsors · See all 42 cosponsors

Last activity — Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

In committee

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Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

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What this bill would do

This resolution commemorates 50 years of women serving at the military service academies. It recognizes the historical enrollment of women starting in June and July of 1976. The text notes that over 24,000 women have graduated from these academies and risen to various leadership positions. It highlights the contributions of women in combat and their success in various roles such as infantry, submarines, and aviation. Finally, the resolution supports designating a specific day to honor these achievements and the service of women in the Armed Forces.

Yes· 3 of 5

  • Scored +5

    Would women be better off under this?

    The resolution recognizes the historical achievements and leadership of women at military service academies.

  • Scored +5

    Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated?

    The resolution commemorates the 50-year milestone of women's integration and leadership at military service academies.

  • Scored +3

    Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?

    The resolution honors the service and contributions of women within the military services.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.