A bill to reorganize the Clemency Board, the Department of Defense, the Department of Justice and the Department of Transportation to provide fair and efficient consideration of all individuals eligible for amnesty relating to military service in the war in Southeast Asia, and for other purposes.
Clemency Board Reorganization Act - States that the Presidential Clemency Board shall be composed of nine members to be appointed by the President, one of whom shall be designated by the President to serve as Chairman.
Provides that all jurisdiction, responsibility, or function with respect to any draft evader or military deserter is transferred from the Department of Defense to the Presidential Clemency Board. Authorizes the Board to recommend alternate service of up to 2 years for draft evaders and military deserters.
Authorizes the reacquisition of United States citizenship by appearance before a United States district court judge, renouncement of citizenship acquired from another country, and pledging allegiance to the United States.
Provides that veterans benefits may be conferred in the discretion of the Veterans' Administration or Department of Defense after issuance of a clemency discharge under this Act.
Referred to House Committee on Government Operations.
Introduced in Senate
Referred to Senate Committee on Government Operations.
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