What does Preamble of HR 511 do?

This bill aims to provide remedies to members of the Armed Forces. The remedies are specifically for those discharged or facing adverse action related to the COVID-19 vaccine mandate.

What does SHORT TITLE. of HR 511 do?

This Act has a short title. The short title is the 'Allowing Military Exemptions, Recognizing Individual Concerns About New Shots Act of 2025' or the 'AMERICANS Act'.

What does REMEDIES FOR MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES DISCHARGED OR SUBJECT of HR 511 do?

This section outlines remedies for members of the Armed Forces discharged or subjected to adverse action due to the COVID-19 vaccine mandate. The Secretary of Defense is prohibited from issuing a new COVID-19 vaccine mandate without express authorization from Congress. Section 736 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 is amended to provide for an 'honorable discharge' instead of a discharge related to obeying an order. The Secretary of Defense may not take adverse action against a covered member solely based on their refusal to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. Covered members discharged or subjected to adverse action may elect to have their status adjusted to an honorable discharge, be reinstated to service, or receive compensation for lost pay and benefits. The Secretary of Defense is directed to retain and provide professional development opportunities to unvaccinated covered members, except in specific operational circumstances. Former members separated for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine are released from any obligation to repay bonuses received and may be reimbursed for prior repayments.

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AMERICANS Act — HR. 511

Last updated: 1/16/2025 · Introduced: 1/16/2025

Author: Pat Harrigan (R-NC)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill prohibits the Secretary of Defense from issuing a new COVID-19 vaccine mandate without express authorization from Congress.
Members of the Armed Forces discharged or subjected to adverse action due to the COVID-19 vaccine mandate may be eligible for an honorable discharge, reinstatement, or compensation for lost pay and benefits.
The bill directs the Secretary of Defense to provide professional development opportunities to unvaccinated members and releases former members from repaying bonuses received due to their separation for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine.

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