To amend title 10, United States Code, to define the purpose, role, duties, and professional qualification requirements for chaplains in the Armed Forces, and for other purposes.

Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

2026-05-12

The proposal would establish clear rules about what military chaplains do, what qualifications they need, and how their role fits within the Armed Forces. It would define their responsibilities and set professional standards that chaplains must meet to serve in the military. This affects military personnel who rely on chaplains for spiritual and counseling support, as well as the chaplains themselves and military leadership.