United States 115th Congress Status: Died Bipartisan · 1 R · 1 D cosponsors

HR 5622 — PERSIST Against MST Act

Last action — Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.

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Summary

Purposefully Expanding and Reinforcing the Statutes we Insist Support our Troops Against Military Sexual Trauma Act or the PERSIST Against MST Act This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to: (1) designate a single official or entity within the Office of the Secretary of Defense for oversight of the registered sex offender management program of DOD, and (2) issue guidance relating to expedited transfers for members of the Armed Forces who are victims of a sexual assault or related offense.

Bill Text

Sections of law this bill changes

From the bill's own amending language, matched to the official United States Code (current through Public Law 119-124).

Also cites: 10 U.S.C. § 673

How this bill changes current law

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The bill enhances oversight and clarity regarding sexual offense policies within the Department of Defense, specifically for investigations and expedited transfers related to sexual assault cases.

  • 10 U.S.C. § 673

    The Secretary of Defense shall issue policy guidance to clarify that section 673 of title 10, United States Code (relating to expedited transfers for members of the armed forces who are victims of a sexual assault or related offense), applies to all active duty service members who are victims of sexual assault or a related offense under article 120, 120a, or 120c of the Uniform Code of Military Justice regardless of whether the service member's sexual assault report is handled by the Sexual Assault Prevention Program or the Family Advocacy Program.

    This change clarifies that the policy on expedited transfers applies to all active duty service members who are victims of sexual assault, ensuring broader protection and support.

  • 10 U.S.C. § 1561 note

    Upon request by the chair of a panel, a department or agency of the Federal Government shall provide information that the panel considers necessary to carry out its duties under this section.

    This addition mandates federal agencies to provide necessary information to panels overseeing sexual harassment investigations, enhancing accountability and transparency.

Action History

  1. Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.

  2. Introduced in House

  3. Introduced in House

  4. Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

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Frequently asked questions

What does HR 5622 do?
Purposefully Expanding and Reinforcing the Statutes we Insist Support our Troops Against Military Sexual Trauma Act or the PERSIST Against MST Act This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to: (1) designate a single official or entity within the Office of the Secretary of Defense for oversight of the registered sex offender management program of DOD, and (2) issue guidance relating to expedited transfers for members of the Armed Forces who are victims of a sexual assault or related offense.
Who sponsors HR 5622?
HR 5622 is sponsored by Tsongas, Niki (Democratic) and Turner, Michael R. (Republican).
What is the current status of HR 5622?
This bill died with 115th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HR 5622?
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