Establishing the President's Military Spouse Commission
1. Purpose
The Commission is established to advise the President on policies affecting military spouses and families, addressing quality of life issues and unique challenges arising from military service.
2. Key Actions And Directives
- Commissions established to advise on military spouse issues: The Commission consists of spouses of senior military leaders and reports annually to the President.
- Assistance and support for the Commission: Federal agencies to provide information and assistance as needed for the Commission's operation.
3. Important Points
- Leadership and Composition: The Chair of the Commission is the spouse of the Secretary of War, with members being spouses of high-ranking military officials.
- Responsibility of Executive Departments: All executive departments must assist the Commission within legal constraints and available funding.
- Addressing Challenges: The Commission focuses on workforce, housing, healthcare, education, and support during deployments for military spouses.
- Reporting Structure: Annual reports will be submitted to the President, ensuring ongoing communication of issues and recommendations.
- Term Limitations: The Commission will be operational for two years unless otherwise extended by the President.
- Cost of Publication: The Department of War is responsible for costs associated with publishing the Executive Order.
- Legal Non-Entitlement Notice: The Executive Order clarifies it does not grant enforceable rights or benefits against the U.S. government.
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