DoD Surveys Military on Improving Sexual Assault Response
Published Date: 2/25/2026
Notice
Summary
The Department of Defense is asking for public feedback on a survey that helps improve how the military handles sexual assault cases. About 300 military members will take a short, 15-minute survey four times a year to share their experiences. Comments are open until March 27, 2026, and this effort aims to make the system fairer and more supportive without costing extra money.
Analyzed Economic Effects
5 provisions identified: 4 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Data Will Inform Policy Changes
The Department of Defense will use survey data to inform improvements to personnel policies, programs, practices, and training about sexual assault response and accountability. The study will provide information on satisfaction with support resources, psychological impact, and links to retention, career progression, and separation.
Quarterly 15‑Minute Survey Burden
About 300 Service members will take a web survey that lasts about 15 minutes each time, four times a year (4 responses per person). That totals 1,200 annual responses and 300 annual burden hours.
Who Can Participate
Any Active, Reserve, or National Guard Service member who experienced unwanted sexual contact or sexual assault since joining the military is eligible to take the survey.
Proactive Outreach to Reporters
Recruitment will include proactive outreach to Service members who previously filed an unrestricted sexual assault report and to those who requested information about the study.
Web Administration with Smart Skip
The survey will be administered online using proprietary software and will use 'smart skip' technology so respondents only answer applicable questions, which reduces time burden.
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