Bill · S. 4474· Senate(119-S-4474)
Servicemember Civilian Transition Support Act
- Introduced
- 4/30/2026
- Last activity
- 4/30/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
- Sponsored by
- Jon Ossoff
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The Servicemember Civilian Transition Support Act seeks to establish a senior official within the Department of Defense to manage the transition of service members from active duty to civilian or reserve status. The Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness is tasked with making this designation within 90 days. This official must have extensive experience with veterans services and knowledge of the transition process. The official will serve as the chief transition officer to oversee and coordinate transition programs. Additionally, the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness will prescribe the specific roles and authorities for this position.
Yes
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+7
The bill creates a dedicated leadership role to ensure service members are well-equipped for the transition to civilian or reserve life.
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?+6
The bill establishes a senior official to oversee and improve the efficiency of transition programs for members leaving active duty.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Improved Transition Oversight: By designating a senior official to oversee policy and programs, the bill aims to ensure that members of the Armed Forces are well equipped for civilian life or reserve components (Section 2(b)(2)(D)).
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Enhanced Program Efficiency: The official is tasked with conducting reviews and assessments of transition programs, such as the Transition Assistance Program and Skillbridge Program, to propose actions that improve their efficacy and efficiency (Section 2(b)(2)(F)).
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Coordinated Support Services: The official is required to work with the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, the Secretary of Labor, the Secretary of Education, and other government entities or nongovernmental organizations to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of transition activities and service delivery (Section 2(b)(2)(C) and Section 2(b)(2)(G)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are explicitly stated in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Veterans+7
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+6
- 4/30/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
2 bills Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
Tammy DuckworthDemocrat · Illinois