H.R.9648

General John D. Lavelle Act

Introduced·7/13/26

Federal HB9648 directs the Secretary of Defense to recommend the restoration of General John D. Lavelle's retired rank.

Federal HB9648, also known as the General John D. Lavelle Act, mandates the Secretary of Defense to issue a recommendation to the President and the Senate regarding the restoration of General John D. Lavelle's retired rank. This recommendation must be based on recently declassified records and the latest recommendation from the Air Force Board for Correction of Military Records. The recommendation must be submitted by December 31, 2026.

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Armed Services Committee
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History

Jul 13

House

Introduced in House

Jul 13

House

Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.