A bill to amend title 14, United States Code, to require the retention of certain enlisted members of the Coast Guard who have completed 18 or more, but less than 20, years of service, and for other purposes.

This bill requires the Coast Guard to retain enlisted members who have completed 18 but less than 20 years of service and are facing separation or expiration of their enlistment. It applies to both regular Coast Guard members and Reserve members serving in active status. The key provision mandates that these members must remain on active duty until they qualify for retirement (reaching 20 years), with specific time limits based on their exact service length (e.g., 2-3 years depending on whether they have 18-19 or 19-20 years). This policy directly affects eligible Coast Guard enlisted personnel who would otherwise separate before becoming retirement-eligible.