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Servicemember Civilian Transition Support Act

USA119th CongressS-4474| Senate 
| Updated: 4/30/2026
Jon Ossoff

Jon Ossoff

Democratic Senator

Georgia

Cosponsors (1)
Tammy Duckworth (Democratic)

Armed Services Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill, known as the Servicemember Civilian Transition Support Act, requires the Department of Defense (DoD) to designate a senior official within 90 days of enactment to oversee all policies and programs for servicemembers transitioning from active duty to civilian life or reserve components. This official, to be designated by the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness, must possess extensive experience with veterans services and a deep understanding of the transition process. The designated official will serve as the principal advisor to DoD leadership on transition matters and act as the chief transition officer , coordinating and overseeing the effectiveness of all DoD transition programs. Key responsibilities include working with other federal agencies, such as the Departments of Veterans Affairs, Labor, and Education, to improve support services. The official will also be tasked with reviewing and assessing existing programs like the Transition Assistance Program and Skillbridge Program , proposing legislative or administrative actions to enhance their efficacy, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements for transition assistance.
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Timeline
Apr 30, 2026
Introduced in Senate
Apr 30, 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
  • April 30, 2026
    Introduced in Senate


  • April 30, 2026
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.

Armed Forces and National Security

Related Bills

  • S 119-2296: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026

Servicemember Civilian Transition Support Act

USA119th CongressS-4474| Senate 
| Updated: 4/30/2026
This bill, known as the Servicemember Civilian Transition Support Act, requires the Department of Defense (DoD) to designate a senior official within 90 days of enactment to oversee all policies and programs for servicemembers transitioning from active duty to civilian life or reserve components. This official, to be designated by the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness, must possess extensive experience with veterans services and a deep understanding of the transition process. The designated official will serve as the principal advisor to DoD leadership on transition matters and act as the chief transition officer , coordinating and overseeing the effectiveness of all DoD transition programs. Key responsibilities include working with other federal agencies, such as the Departments of Veterans Affairs, Labor, and Education, to improve support services. The official will also be tasked with reviewing and assessing existing programs like the Transition Assistance Program and Skillbridge Program , proposing legislative or administrative actions to enhance their efficacy, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements for transition assistance.
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Timeline
Apr 30, 2026
Introduced in Senate
Apr 30, 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
  • April 30, 2026
    Introduced in Senate


  • April 30, 2026
    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Jon Ossoff

Jon Ossoff

Democratic Senator

Georgia

Cosponsors (1)
Tammy Duckworth (Democratic)

Armed Services Committee

Armed Forces and National Security

Related Bills

  • S 119-2296: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted