Five Army bases account for one-third of female soldier assaults | Federal News Network

Women serving at Ft. Hood, Ft. Bliss and other bases are facing a higher risk of being sexually harassed or assaulted compared to women on other installations.

The list of high-risk installations has been long awaited by lawmakers, who are expected to pass landmark legislation this year reforming how the military handles sexual assault cases.

The report, conducted by the RAND Corporation, sheds light on individual risk factors with installations, commands and career fields. The study will help the Army with where to target future prevention measures.