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Guard Equal Benefits for Federal Missions Act

In committee: it can still change before the session ends.

US HR 8281 · House Bill · 119th Congress

Stage
In committee
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House
Sponsor
1
Latest action
Apr 14, 2026

What it does

The Guard Equal Benefits for Federal Missions Act would ensure that National Guard members performing full-time duty under Title 32 in support of federal law enforcement operations—such as those involving ICE, DEA, ATF, or other designated agencies—receive the same benefits as if they had served during a national emergency. This includes eligibility for retirement age reductions, transitional assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, and other federal benefits tied to emergency service. The bill applies when such duty is authorized by the President or Secretary of Defense and addresses significant criminal activity, drug trafficking, organized crime, or other public safety threats. It does not…

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  1. Introduced (Done)

    Apr 14, 2026

  2. Committee (Current step)

    In committee · Apr 14, 2026

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