Establishes a commission to study discrimination in the military and recommend remedies.
The Commission on Equity and Reconciliation in the Uniformed Services will examine the impacts of discriminatory policies related to sexual orientation and gender identity on servicemembers and veterans. The commission will gather testimonies, compile documentation, and analyze the effects on physical and mental wellbeing, force readiness, and access to benefits. It will also recommend remedies, including apologies, compensation, and policy changes. The commission will submit a report to Congress within one year of its first meeting.
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