Notification requirements for delayed promotions

Section 624(d) of title 10, United States Code, is amended— (1) in paragraph (2), by adding at the end the following: “In the case of an officer whose promotion is delayed pursuant to this subsection, the Secretary of Defense shall notify the congressional defense committees of such delay not later than 30 days after the date on which the delay is imposed. Such notification shall include— (A) the reason for the delay, including a description of any adverse information or basis for concern; (B) the anticipated duration of the delay; (C) the status of any review or investigation associated with the delay; and (D) such other information as the Secretary considers appropriate.; and (2) in paragraph (4)(A), by striking, unless it is impracticable to give such written notice before the effective date of the appointment, in which case such written notice shall be given as soon as practicable.