H.R. 2724 (109th): Civilian Volunteer Service Reserve Act

Introduced:
May 26, 2005 (109th Congress, 2005–2006)
Sponsor:
Rep. Charles Rangel [D-NY15]
Status:
Died (Referred to Committee)

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Status

This bill was introduced on May 26, 2005, in a previous session of Congress, but was not enacted.

Progress
Introduced May 26, 2005
Cosponsors
none
Committees

House Transportation and Infrastructure

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Full Title

To establish a national Civilian Volunteer Service Reserve program, a national volunteer service corps ready for service in response to domestic or international emergencies.

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Last updated May 26, 2005.
7 pages

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5/26/2005--Introduced.
Civilian Volunteer Service Reserve Act - Requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to establish the Civilian Volunteer Service Reserve to respond to domestic or international emergencies or other circumstances determined by the President. Permits a U.S. citizen or legal resident over the age of 18 to enroll for a five-year commitment in the Reserve during which he or she shall be expected to serve in a full-time active duty status for six months. Authorizes the President to issue a voluntary call of action as an executive order to mobilize members of the Civilian Reserve to active duty status in times of emergency. Allows members of the Civilian Reserve to accept or decline a call to action except under extreme circumstances that require mandatory mobilization. Prescribes benefits and reemployment protection for members serving in full-time active duty status.

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