Recruiting, Retention, and Reservist Promotion Act

H.R. 1325, the Recruiting, Retention, and Reservist Promotion Act, was a 2003 proposal designed to improve benefits for military members and expand youth programs. If passed, the bill would have allowed service members who performed hazardous or diving duties for at least five years to include that special pay when calculating their retirement pension.

The bill also aimed to support National Guard and Reserve members by directing a study into tax credits and small business loans for the companies that employ them. Additionally, it called for a report on the potential expansion of youth leadership and military-style programs, such as the Junior ROTC, Civil Air Patrol, and Young Marines. While the bill was introduced in the 108th Congress, it did not advance after receiving an unfavorable review from the Department of Defense.