A bill to provide for equity in the award of military decorations and citations for service in the Armed Forces since March 20, 2003, and for other purposes.
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Latest Action · August 1, 2008
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Requires the Secretary of Defense to: (1) ensure that each member and unit of the Armed Forces (including the National Guard and Reserve) that has served since March 20, 2003, is awarded each decoration, medal, citation, commendation, or other military award (award) to which such member or unit is entitled by reason of service since that date; and (2) conduct an audit to determine whether any such award has yet to be awarded.
Directs each military department Secretary to establish procedures for the expedited review by general or flag officers of awards for service in combat or under hostile fire.
Requires a report from the Secretary to Congress on progress made in authorized awards.
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