H.R. 4547 is a special military honors bill that advances Captain Thomas B. Hagen from the U.S. Navy into the rank of rear admiral (lower half) on the retired list. The bill was introduced by Representative Kelly of Pennsylvania in July 2025 and referred to the House Armed Services Committee for consideration. This advancement is purely honorary and does not increase Hagen's retirement pay, other military benefits, or affect any benefits owed to family members or other individuals based on his service. The legislation essentially upgrades Hagen's official rank designation for purposes of recognition and status, though his actual compensation and entitlements remain unchanged from what he already receives as a retired naval officer.
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