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H.R. 163

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Universal National Service Act of 2003
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Passed
Latest Action · October 5, 2004
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 2 - 402 (Roll no. 494). (text: CR H8117-8118)
Congress
108th (2003–2005)
Introduced
January 7, 2003
Cosponsors (15)
15D 0R
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Universal National Service Act of 2003 - Declares that it is the obligation of every U.S. citizen, and every other person residing in the United States, between the ages of 18 and 26 to perform a two-year period of national service, unless exempted, either as a member of an active or reserve component of the armed forces or in a civilian capacity that promotes national defense. Requires induction into national service by the President. Sets forth provisions governing: (1) induction deferments, postponements, and exemptions, including exemption of a conscientious objector from military service that includes combatant training; and (2) discharge following national service.Amends the Military Selective Service Act to authorize the military registration of females.

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