H.R. 6329 (96th): Military Selective Service Amendments of 1980

Introduced:
Jan 29, 1980 (96th Congress, 1979–1980)
Sponsor:
Rep. John Jenrette Jr. [D-SC6]
Status:
Died (Referred to Committee)

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Status

This bill was introduced on January 29, 1980, in a previous session of Congress, but was not enacted.

Progress
Introduced Jan 29, 1980
Cosponsors
none
Committees

House Armed Services

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Full Title

A bill to amend the Military Selective Service Act to provide for reactivation of registration and classification under such Act and to provide authority for induction of individuals for training and service in the Ready Reserve of the reserve components of the Armed Forces.

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1/29/1980--Introduced.
Military Selective Service Amendments of 1980 - Directs the President to resume the registration of individuals pursuant to the Military Selective Service Act. Removes the restriction that only males may be subject to the selective service. Stipulates that the President shall provide for the induction of sufficient numbers of persons into the armed forces for service in the Ready Reserve. Stipulates that individuals so inducted shall be required to serve not less than 12 weeks of active duty for training.

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