Military Officer Promotion Integrity Act of 2026 establishes standards for removing officers from promotion recommendations.

The Military Officer Promotion Integrity Act of 2026 sets objective standards and procedural protections for the Secretary of Defense's removal of officers from promotion recommendations. The Secretary may only remove an officer if there is a written determination of misconduct, substantiated adverse findings, or other specified reasons. The bill mandates written notice to the officer and an opportunity to respond before a final decision. It also allows for expedited review by a board if the officer petitions within 15 days of the final determination.

Military Officer Promotion Integrity Act of 2026 establishes standards for removing officers from promotion recommendations.

The Military Officer Promotion Integrity Act of 2026 sets objective standards and procedural protections for the Secretary of Defense's removal of officers from promotion recommendations. The Secretary may only remove an officer if there is a written determination of misconduct, substantiated adverse findings, or other specified reasons. The bill mandates written notice to the officer and an opportunity to respond before a final decision. It also allows for expedited review by a board if the officer petitions within 15 days of the final determination.