Congress 107 - HR 4714 - To prohibit members of the Armed Forces in Saudi Arabia from being required or formally or informally compelled to wear the abaya garment, and for other purposes.

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Armed forces abroad Armed Forces and National Security Clothing Defense contracts Defense procurement Government contractors Government Operations and Politics Government paperwork International Affairs Islam Middle East and North Africa Religion Religious liberty Saudi Arabia

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Prohibits a member of the U.S. armed forces from being required or compelled to wear the abaya garment, or any part thereof, while in Saudi Arabia pursuant to a permanent change of station or orders for temporary duty. Requires the Secretary of Defense to inform such personnel of such prohibition, both orally and in writing, within ten days after a member's arrival.

Prohibits any funds made available to the Department of Defense from being used to purchase abayas for such personnel or for contractor personnel accompanying such forces.

Authorizes the commander of the United States Central Command to require the wearing of the abaya in specific circumstances that constitute an operational requirement essential for the conduct of the military mission.

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May 15, 2002

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
May 14, 2002

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
May 14, 2002

On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2422-2423)
May 14, 2002

Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H2422-2423)
May 14, 2002

DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 4714.
May 14, 2002

Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2422-2427)
May 14, 2002

Mr. Ryun (KS) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
May 14, 2002

Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
May 14, 2002

Introduced in House

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