Bills · S 1976
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 1976Armed Forces and National Security
Skillbridge Congressional Fellowship Act of 2025
INTRO JUN 5· LAST ACTION JUN 5
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STEP 2 / 8Introduced
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it offers a significant new pathway for military members as they transition back to civilian life. If this becomes law, service members would have a unique opportunity to gain direct experience in the federal government, applying their skills in a legislative environment. This could lead to smoother transitions, better employment outcomes for veterans, and a deeper understanding of government processes.
It also matters for the relationship between the military and legislative branches. By placing service members directly into congressional offices, the bill fosters a greater exchange of knowledge and perspective. Service members would learn about policy-making, and Congress would benefit from the discipline and expertise of military personnel. If this bill does not become law, this specific avenue for transitioning service members to gain congressional experience would not exist, potentially limiting their post-military career options and foregoing a valuable opportunity for cross-branch collaboration and understanding.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Authorizes eligible members of the armed forces to participate in fellowships within congressional offices (personal, leadership, or committee/subcommittee offices) as part of the Skillbridge program.
This creates a new avenue for transitioning service members to gain valuable civilian work experience within the legislative branch.
PROVISION 02
Requires approval from the host congressional office or committee and generally limits participation to one service member per office at a time.
This ensures that congressional offices willingly participate and manage the integration of fellows effectively.
PROVISION 03
Mandates that the Secretary concerned (of each military branch) consult with the service member's commanding officer and provide an orientation program on legislative processes, ethics, and protocols.
This ensures service members are qualified for the role and properly prepared for the unique environment and rules of Congress.
PROVISION 04
Stipulates that a congressional fellowship under this program may not exceed 180 days.
This aligns the fellowships with the existing Skillbridge program's temporary nature, focusing on transition rather than long-term placement.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 1
R· Texas
YRS IN OFFICE
13
BILLS LED
133
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 0%
DEM 1 REP 0 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUN 5
Introduced in Senate
JUN 5
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 1976
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJun 5, 2025
Last actionJun 5, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUN 5, 2025
Senate BillS 1976Armed Forces and National Security
Skillbridge Congressional Fellowship Act of 2025
INTRODUCED JUN 5, 2025· LAST ACTION JUN 5, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
2 min
COSPONSORS
1
COMPLEXITY
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