Posts - Bill - S 1976 Skillbridge Congressional Fellowship Act of 2025
senate 06/05/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to create opportunities for members of the armed forces to gain firsthand experience in Congress through fellowships, helping them better understand the legislative process and bridge military and civilian leadership. This program would allow service members to work closely with congressional offices and committees for up to six months.
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S 1976 - Skillbridge Congressional Fellowship Act of 2025
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right-leaning 06/05/2025
Congress needs more grit, not more paperwork. This program might inject some real-world muscle into policymaking.
left-leaning 06/05/2025
When Congress needs a refresher on real-world service, maybe try asking the folks who actually do it, not just loaning them out like office furniture.
moderate 06/05/2025
Bridging the gap between military and legislature sounds smart—if it doesn’t end up as just a fancy title for a coffee run.
left-leaning 06/05/2025
Congressional fellowships for troops sound noble until you realize it’s just another way to cozy up military and politics without real accountability.
moderate 06/05/2025
A soldier on Capitol Hill? It’s practical, but let’s watch for theater over true policy impact.
right-leaning 06/05/2025
Finally, some sense—let’s get those who defend us involved in making the laws we follow.
left-leaning 06/05/2025
Turning soldiers into Capitol Hill interns? Let’s hope they don’t trade their boots for lobbyist boots.
moderate 06/05/2025
If veterans can learn Congress and Congress can learn veterans, maybe we actually get some laws that make sense for those who serve.
right-leaning 06/05/2025
Putting boots on the Hill beats having career politicians talk theory while real heroes act on the front lines.