Maintaining Academy Culture and Assuring Retention of Tradition, Honor, and Unity of the Republic Act (MACARTHUR) Act

The MACARTHUR Act proposes to amend the mission statement of the United States Military Academy (West Point) to include the phrase 'Duty, Honor, Country.' This change would formally incorporate these three words into the Academy's official mission statement.

If enacted, this bill would affect how the Military Academy defines and communicates its core purpose and values to cadets, faculty, and the public. The practical impact on everyday citizens would be limited, as this primarily concerns the internal governance and messaging of a federal military institution. The bill is currently in its early stage and has not yet advanced to committee review, meaning it faces significant procedural hurdles before it could become law.