September 13, 2005: Headlines: Military: Congress: Pres Release by Congressman John Kline: Congressman John Kline Introduces Legislation to Separate Military Service, Peace Corps

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Congressman John Kline Introduces Legislation to Separate Military Service, Peace Corps

Congressman John Kline Introduces Legislation to Separate Military Service, Peace Corps

Congressman John Kline, a member of the House Armed Services committee, introduced legislation to alter the National Call to Service Program to remove the Peace Corps as an option for completing an individual’s military enlistment requirement . “Thousands of military veterans have served honorably in the Peace Corps following their military careers and will continue to do so,” said Kline. “The goal of this legislation is to ensure the independence of the Peace Corps and the safety of their volunteers.” Congressman Kline served for 25 years in the United States Marine Corps and retired with the rank of Colonel. He served as a military aide to both Presidents Carter and Reagan.

Congressman John Kline Introduces Legislation to Separate Military Service, Peace Corps

Kline Introduces Legislation to Separate Military Service, Peace Corps

Caption: Congressman John Kline (center) meeting with Colonel James Muscatell, Staff Sergeant Jason Tacheny, Major Tim Wollmuth and Major Kurt Rosselit of the 934th Airlift Wing, to discuss issues of troop rotation and reservists employment issues on August 12th, 2004. Photo: Web Site of Congressman John Kline

WASHINGTON – Congressman John Kline (R-MN) introduced legislation to alter the National Call to Service Program to remove the Peace Corps as an option for completing an individual’s military enlistment requirement.

The National Call to Service recruitment program was created in December 2002 to allow military recruits to count service in the Peace Corps or Americorps toward the 8 year commitment required of enlisted military personnel.

Many former Peace Corps members are concerned that perceived links between military service and the Peace Corps could jeopardize the safety of Peace Corps Volunteers who provide humanitarian service in remote locations.

Kline’s legislation will help differentiate the roles of Peace Corps volunteers from those of enlisted military personnel.

“Thousands of military veterans have served honorably in the Peace Corps following their military careers and will continue to do so,” said Kline. “The goal of this legislation is to ensure the independence of the Peace Corps and the safety of their volunteers.”





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