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National Civilian Medals Improvement Act
12/31/2022, 5:36 AM
Summary of Bill HR 5397
Bill 117 HR 5397, also known as the National Civilian Medals Improvement Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to improve the process for awarding civilian medals of honor to individuals who have demonstrated exceptional bravery or service to their country.
The bill outlines several key provisions, including the establishment of a National Civilian Medals Review Board. This board would be responsible for reviewing nominations for civilian medals of honor and making recommendations to the President for final approval. The board would consist of members appointed by the President, with expertise in areas such as military service, public service, and community service.
Additionally, the bill calls for the creation of a new civilian medal of honor, the National Civilian Medal of Bravery. This medal would be awarded to individuals who have shown exceptional courage in the face of danger or adversity, and who have made a significant impact on their community or country. Overall, the National Civilian Medals Improvement Act aims to streamline the process for awarding civilian medals of honor, and to ensure that individuals who have demonstrated exceptional bravery or service are properly recognized for their contributions. The bill is currently being considered by Congress, and may be subject to amendments or revisions before it is passed into law.
The bill outlines several key provisions, including the establishment of a National Civilian Medals Review Board. This board would be responsible for reviewing nominations for civilian medals of honor and making recommendations to the President for final approval. The board would consist of members appointed by the President, with expertise in areas such as military service, public service, and community service.
Additionally, the bill calls for the creation of a new civilian medal of honor, the National Civilian Medal of Bravery. This medal would be awarded to individuals who have shown exceptional courage in the face of danger or adversity, and who have made a significant impact on their community or country. Overall, the National Civilian Medals Improvement Act aims to streamline the process for awarding civilian medals of honor, and to ensure that individuals who have demonstrated exceptional bravery or service are properly recognized for their contributions. The bill is currently being considered by Congress, and may be subject to amendments or revisions before it is passed into law.
Congressional Summary of HR 5397
National Civilian Medals Improvement Act
This bill revises the requirements for awarding the National Medal of Science, the National Medal of Arts, and the National Technology and Innovation Medal and establishes a National Humanities Medal and a National Medal of Social Sciences. The bill prohibits such medals from being awarded to certain public officials or posthumously.
With respect to the National Medal of Arts, the President must award at least one award annually but not more than five in any calendar year.
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Current Status of Bill HR 5397
Bill HR 5397 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 28, 2021. Bill HR 5397 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 28, 2021. Bill HR 5397's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Education and Labor, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of September 28, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5397
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5397
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5397
To amend requirements for awarding the National Medal of Science, the National Medal of Arts, and the National Technology and Innovation Medal, and for other purposes.
National Civilian Medals Improvement Act
National Civilian Medals Improvement Act
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