Service Academy Parity Act establishes a competitive system for nominating and appointing cadets to the Coast Guard Academy.

The Service Academy Parity Act amends title 14, United States Code, to establish a competitive system for nominating and appointing cadets to the Coast Guard Academy. The Secretary of Transportation, in collaboration with the Commandant, will initiate the nomination process for the 2029 academic year. Various authorities, including Members of Congress, Delegates, and the Commandant, may nominate individuals for appointment. The Secretary will establish a competitive system to determine the relative merit of each nominee based on examinations, academic background, and other indicators.

Service Academy Parity Act establishes a competitive system for nominating and appointing cadets to the Coast Guard Academy.

The Service Academy Parity Act amends title 14, United States Code, to establish a competitive system for nominating and appointing cadets to the Coast Guard Academy. The Secretary of Transportation, in collaboration with the Commandant, will initiate the nomination process for the 2029 academic year. Various authorities, including Members of Congress, Delegates, and the Commandant, may nominate individuals for appointment. The Secretary will establish a competitive system to determine the relative merit of each nominee based on examinations, academic background, and other indicators.