In support of gender equality and in light of the 3 female Ranger School graduates, it is time to update the antiquated 10 US Code 3.11 - Militia: composition and classes. This code as written gives an unfair honor to all able-bodied males ages 17 to 45, that is not afforded to able-bodied women of the same age bracket. It is high time women are given the honor to support and defend their country just the same as their male counterparts.
We propose changing 10 U.S. Code 3.11
From:
(a)
The militia of the United States consists of all able-bodied males at least 17...
To:
(a)
The militia of the United States consists of all able-bodied people at least 17...