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- H.R.343
H.R.343: To amend title 10, United States Code, to ensure that every military chaplain has the prerogative to close a prayer outside of a religious service according to the dictates of the chaplain's own conscience.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 113th Congress
- This bill is primarily about armed forces and national security
- Introduced Jan. 22, 2013
- Latest Major Action Feb. 8, 2013
- See the four similar bills introduced in other congresses.
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Bill Summary
Authorizes a military chaplain, if called upon to lead a prayer outside of a religious service, to close the prayer according to the dictates of the chaplain's conscience.
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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| Feb. 8, 2013 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
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| Jan. 22, 2013 |
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
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| Jan. 22, 2013 |
Introduced in the House by Walter B. Jones (R-N.C.) |