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Oath of Exit Act

USA119th CongressHR-3640| House 
| Updated: 5/29/2025
Brian J. Mast

Brian J. Mast

Republican Representative

Florida

Armed Services Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This legislation amends Title 10, United States Code, to introduce a voluntary separation oath for members of the Armed Forces. Service members may choose to take this oath prior to their retirement or other forms of separation, with the exception of separations resulting from a court-martial sentence. The proposed oath encourages separating individuals to uphold their commitment to the Constitution, preserve the values instilled during their service, and maintain their physical and mental well-being. A key component of the oath is a pledge to give and seek help from fellow veterans and to avoid bringing harm to oneself or others, directly addressing the bill's stated concern about high veteran suicide rates. This initiative aims to reinforce a sense of continued duty and community among those transitioning out of military service.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-5872
Oath of Exit Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-4527
Oath of Exit Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-2896
Oath of Exit Act
May 29, 2025
Introduced in House
May 29, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-5872
    Oath of Exit Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-4527
    Oath of Exit Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-2896
    Oath of Exit Act


  • May 29, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • May 29, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Armed Forces and National Security

Oath of Exit Act

USA119th CongressHR-3640| House 
| Updated: 5/29/2025
This legislation amends Title 10, United States Code, to introduce a voluntary separation oath for members of the Armed Forces. Service members may choose to take this oath prior to their retirement or other forms of separation, with the exception of separations resulting from a court-martial sentence. The proposed oath encourages separating individuals to uphold their commitment to the Constitution, preserve the values instilled during their service, and maintain their physical and mental well-being. A key component of the oath is a pledge to give and seek help from fellow veterans and to avoid bringing harm to oneself or others, directly addressing the bill's stated concern about high veteran suicide rates. This initiative aims to reinforce a sense of continued duty and community among those transitioning out of military service.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-5872
Oath of Exit Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-4527
Oath of Exit Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-2896
Oath of Exit Act
May 29, 2025
Introduced in House
May 29, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-5872
    Oath of Exit Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-4527
    Oath of Exit Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-2896
    Oath of Exit Act


  • May 29, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • May 29, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Brian J. Mast

Brian J. Mast

Republican Representative

Florida

Armed Services Committee

Armed Forces and National Security

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted