Opponents warn that the measure, prompted by falling compliance, may be ineffective and open to abuse

Plans for automated military conscription during a US national emergency are advancing and on schedule to be in place by the end of the year, according to the federal agency tasked with maintaining the list, the Selective Service System (SSS).

Provisions included in the FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act passed last December in response to falling compliance shifted the responsibility from individuals to the SSS.

The changes drew renewed attention this week after media outlets highlighted a recent update on the agency’s website. The SSS…

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