United States · Bill · S
S. 1873 (98th)
Recruitment and Retention Readiness Act of 1983
Introduced
22 September 1983
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
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Summary
Recruitment and Retention Readiness Act of 1983 - Directs the President, upon the recommendation of the Secretary of Defense, to report to the Congress by the earlier of July 1, 1987, or at such time as the President determines the armed forces are experiencing recruiting difficulties sufficient to require a new program of educational assistance, on the recruitment and retention experiences of the armed forces. Requires such report to include an assessment of the effectiveness of a new program of educational assistance in attracting and retaining qualified personnel. Requires such report to break down required information by branch of service, occupational specialty, and category of educational qualifications applicable. Requires the Secretary to confer with the Administrator of Veterans Affairs and the Secretaries of the military departments prior to making any recommendations. Sets forth procedures for the introduction of legislation designed to address these recruitment and retention needs.
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summary · EN · 22 September 1983
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- Official source: https://www.congress.gov/bill/98th-congress/senate-bill/1873
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