Establishing the President’s Military Spouse Commission

The order directs federal agencies to establish the President’s Military Spouse Commission to advise on policies affecting military spouses and families, with the Commission chaired by the spouse of the Secretary of War and an Executive Director designated by the President. The order specifies membership (spouses of senior military leaders), tasks to improve employment, licensure portability, housing, and support services that affect readiness, and authorizes interagency cooperation to implement these measures.