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H.R. 7211: To authorize the President to award the Medal of Honor to John W. Ripley for acts of valor during the Vietnam War, and for other purposes.

This bill authorizes the President of the United States to award the Medal of Honor to John W. Ripley for his acts of valor during the Vietnam War while serving as a member of the Marine Corps. The legislation specifically overrides existing time limitations regarding the awarding of certain military medals as outlined in Title 10 of the United States Code.

Key Provisions

  • Authorization: The bill allows the President to grant the Medal of Honor to John W. Ripley regardless of any existing time restrictions related to military awards.
  • Acts of Valor: It mentions the specific actions taken by Ripley on April 2, 1972, for which he was previously recognized with the Navy Cross, acknowledging his bravery during the Vietnam War.

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Date Action
Jan. 22, 2026 Introduced in House
Jan. 22, 2026 Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

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