Former 1st Lt. Mark Bashaw was convicted of disobeying rules about face masks and virus testing before he was forced out of the service.
Advocates hope to restart momentum in Congress this year on the Major Richard Star Act.
Lawmakers worry the expensive gift could create financial and legal issues for the Defense Department.
Officials said they are encouraged by the drop in reports of sexual violence but warned the problem still poses a threat to force readiness.
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