HR 6229 · 97th Congress · Armed Forces and National Security

A bill to eliminate certain practices of the Department of Defense as they relate to meals served in the Secretary of Defense's dining room, personal servants for senior officers, veterinary services for pets of military personnel and for other purposes.

Introduced 1982-04-29· Sponsored by Rep. Garcia, Robert [D-NY-21]· House

Bill Progress

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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Unfavorable Executive Comment Received From DOD.(1982-07-27)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Directs the Secretary of Defense to: (1) ensure that teletype is not used for routine, low-priority messages; and (2) prescribe regulations concerning charges for meals in the dining room of the Secretary in the Pentagon. Prohibits: (1) enlisted members of the armed forces from being assigned to duty as personal aides to general and flag officers; and (2) the Department of Defense from providing veterinary care for pets of members of the armed forces or their dependents. Permits the Secretary to make exceptions regarding veterinary care with appropriate fees charged.…

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Cosponsors (18)

16 Democrats2 Republicans