S 1290 · 94th Congress · Armed Forces and National Security

Clemency Board Reorganization Act

Introduced 1975-03-21· Sponsored by Sen. Nelson, Gaylord [D-WI]· Senate

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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Senate Vote
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House
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to Senate Committee on Government Operations.(1975-03-21)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Clemency Board Reorganization Act - States that the Presidential Clemency Board shall be composed of nine members to be appointed by the President, one of whom shall be designated by the President to serve as Chairman. Provides that all jurisdiction, responsibility, or function with respect to any draft evader or military deserter is transferred from the Department of Defense to the Presidential Clemency Board. Authorizes the Board to recommend alternate service of up to 2 years for draft evaders and military deserters. Authorizes the reacquisition of United States citizenship by appearance before a United States district court judge, renouncement of citizenship acquired from another country, and pledging allegiance to the United States. Provides that veterans benefits may be conferred in the discretion of the Veterans' Administration or Department of Defense after issuance of a clemency discharge under this Act.…

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Cosponsors (3)

2 Democrats1 Republican