If H.R.7041 is passed, it will require the military to issue a new DD-214 (or DD-214-1) at various checkpoints in a service member’s career, according to an online summary of the bill.

For veterans who are missing their DD 214, they can fill out the SF-180 form and mail it to the appropriate office to make a request for the DD 214. Or the veteran can request the form online.