Assessment of antisemitism in the Service Academies
Division A — Department of Defense Authorizations › Title V — MILITARY PERSONNEL POLICY › Subtitle J — Other Matters and Miscellaneous Reports
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(a) Inclusion Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall ensure that the Defense Organizational Climate Survey (hereinafter, DEOCS) includes specific questions to assess the prevalence, nature, and impact of antisemitism in the Service Academies (as such term is defined in section 347 of title 10, United States Code). The questions included shall be designed to gather detailed information on the following: (1) Instances of antisemitic behavior, language, and symbols. (2) Perceptions of antisemitism among members, cadets, and midshipmen. (3) The impact of antisemitism on unit cohesion, morale, and readiness. (4) The effectiveness of current policies and training programs in addressing antisemitism. (b) Reporting requirements (1) Annual report The Secretary of Defense shall submit a report to the congressional defense committees not later than 180 days after the enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter, detailing the following: (A) The findings from the antisemitism assessment. (B) Steps taken to address identified issues related to antisemitism. (C) Recommendations for additional actions to mitigate antisemitism in the Armed Forces. (2) Inclusion in existing report The results of the antisemitism assessment shall be included in the annual report on the results of the DEOCS.