General John D. Lavelle Act
To direct the Secretary of Defense to issue a recommendation to the President and the Senate regarding the restoration of the retired rank of General John D. Lavelle, and for other purposes.
HB9648 proposes that the Secretary of Defense should recommend to the President and the Senate about possibly restoring the retired rank of General John D. Lavelle. This bill aims to review and potentially reinstate his rank, which could have implications for military protocol and honors.
This bill would primarily affect General John D. Lavelle and the Department of Defense. If passed, it could lead to the formal recognition of his rank again, impacting military traditions and veteran benefits.
HB9648 was introduced on July 13, 2026, and was referred to the House Committee on Armed Services the same day. As of now, it is in the initial stages of the legislative process, with no further actions recorded yet.
