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In House Committee·Last action 460 days ago

EQUITY Act Bans Military Discrimination

Q: How do I support or oppose HR1543?

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Officially: EQUITY Act

The EQUITY Act stops discrimination in the military based on race, religion, or sex. Affects all Department of Defense personnel, ensuring fair treatment.

Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend HR1543. Modern Action explains EQUITY Act in plain English, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can review before sending.

Where it stands

Sitting in House Committee

No vote scheduled. Constituent contact is what moves bills out of committee.

What this bill actually does

Discrimination Ban: Prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin in the military.
Fair Treatment: Ensures equal treatment in military jobs, promotions, and training.

↓ Why your message matters here

This bill is sitting in committee with no scheduled vote — which means a small number of constituent messages can decide whether it moves forward or quietly dies.

Where your representatives stand

Enter your ZIP to see how your senators and member of Congress have voted, sponsored, or spoken on this bill.

The debate

What people are saying about this bill

✓Arguments in support

Promotes fairness: Supporters say it ensures everyone in the military is treated equally, which is fair and just.
Merit-based decisions: The bill focuses on skills and abilities, which could lead to a stronger military.
Diversity and inclusion: By banning discrimination, the military could become more diverse and inclusive.

✕Arguments against

Implementation challenges: Critics might worry about how these changes will be put into practice across all military branches.
Potential for unintended consequences: Some may fear that the bill could lead to unforeseen issues or complications.
Lack of clarity: Opponents could argue that the bill doesn't specify enough details on how it will be enforced.

Where this bill is in the process

Legislative timeline

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Introduced

Introduced in House

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House Committee

Under House committee consideration

Latest: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. (2/24/2025)

FEB 24

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House Floor Vote

Voted on by House

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Passed House

Approved by House

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Senate Review

Sent to Senate for consideration

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Passed Both Chambers

Approved by both House and Senate

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Signed into Law

Signed by the President

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Questions people ask about contacting Congress on HR1543

How do I support or oppose HR1543, EQUITY Act?

Choose one clear position: support, oppose, or amend. Then pick any reasons or personal context you want included. Modern Action uses that input and the bill context to draft a message you can review, edit, and send.

Who does Modern Action contact about this bill?

Congressional offices prioritize messages from their own constituents. Modern Action uses your address to route the drafted message to your House representative when that is the most relevant target for this bill.

What does Modern Action include in the message?

The draft includes the bill number, your position, the reasons you selected, any personal context you added, and a direct ask such as voting yes, voting no, cosponsoring, opposing, or seeking changes. You stay in control because you review it before it sends.

Take action on HR1543: EQUITY Act

This page is for understanding EQUITY Act, choosing whether you support it, oppose it, or want changes. Modern Action drafts the message before it goes to Congress.

Modern Action keeps the action tied to the bill itself: what it would do, where it is in the process (committee), which office can still act, and what ask belongs in the message.

You are not starting from a blank form. Modern Action drafts the message around HR1543, your stance, and the reasons you choose, then leaves the final review and edits to you.

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