To direct the Secretary of Defense to analyze the feasibility and advisability of establishing a separate punitive article on hazing under the Uniform Code of Military Justice, and for other purposes.
Sponsored by Chu, Judy (Democrat-CA-28) · House · Introduced May 26, 2026
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Plain-English Summary (AI-assisted)
This bill directs the Secretary of Defense to study whether the military should create a new, specific rule against hazing in the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ), which is the military's legal system. Currently, hazing incidents are prosecuted under existing broader rules rather than a dedicated hazing statute.
Legislative Status Timeline
Introduced
May 26, 2026
In Committee
May 26, 2026
Passed House
Pending
Passed Senate
Pending
Presidential Action
Pending
Sponsor
Chu, Judy
Independent · CA-28
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