Military Chaplains Modernization Act of 2026 defines roles, duties, and protections for chaplains in the Armed Forces.

The Military Chaplains Modernization Act of 2026 amends title 10, United States Code, to define the purpose, role, duties, and professional qualification requirements for chaplains in the Armed Forces. It specifies that chaplains shall serve as principal advisers to commanders on religious practices, spiritual readiness, and religious support. Chaplains must be fully qualified religious ministry professionals from a religious tradition, meeting the requirements of their endorsing organization and the Department of Defense.

Military Chaplains Modernization Act of 2026 defines roles, duties, and protections for chaplains in the Armed Forces.

The Military Chaplains Modernization Act of 2026 amends title 10, United States Code, to define the purpose, role, duties, and professional qualification requirements for chaplains in the Armed Forces. It specifies that chaplains shall serve as principal advisers to commanders on religious practices, spiritual readiness, and religious support. Chaplains must be fully qualified religious ministry professionals from a religious tradition, meeting the requirements of their endorsing organization and the Department of Defense.