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Congress·In Committee·H.R. 443

Marine Corps: Keeping Parris Island Training Base Open

Parris Island Protection Act

about 1 year ago·View on Congress.gov

Stalled

No legislative action in over 90 days.

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Key Points

  • This bill would prevent the federal government from using any money to close or downsize the Marine Corps Recruit Depot at Parris Island, South Carolina. It also stops any spending on planning or preparing for a potential closure of the facility.
  • Parris Island has been a primary training site for the Marine Corps since 1891. It is one of only two places in the country where new Marine recruits are sent for boot camp, making it a vital part of the military's recruitment and training system.
  • Supporters of the plan say the base is a historical landmark that has prepared troops for every major conflict since World War I. They believe the site is essential for maintaining the traditions and the Eastern Recruiting Region of the Marine Corps.
  • The bill is intended to protect the local economy and military tradition, though it could limit the military's ability to move operations if leaders ever decide that combining training sites would save taxpayers money or improve efficiency.

Milestones

2 milestones2 actions
Jan 15, 2025House

Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Jan 15, 2025

Introduced in House

Related Bills

1 bill

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Parris Island Protection Act

Bill NumberHR 443
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Sponsor

Cosponsors

(5)
R: 5

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