This amendment ensures that those limited opportunities are reserved for American citizens who are preparing to serve our country in uniform. Our first responsibility must be to young Americans who are willing to swear an oath to the Constitution and commit themselves to the defense of this nation. Our service academies should remain focused on producing American military leaders for the American armed forces. I urge my colleagues to support Amendment 1304. Mr. Chair, I reserve gentlewoman. Reserves? (00:37–00:49)
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Asserts that the primary responsibility is to young Americans willing to serve in defense of the nation.
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