S. 3765: Medal of Sacrifice Act

This bill, known as the Medal of Sacrifice Act, aims to establish a medal specifically for law enforcement officers and first responders who are killed in the line of duty. The main components of the bill are outlined below:

Medal of Sacrifice

The President is mandated to create and issue a "medal of sacrifice" to honor law enforcement officers and first responders who die while performing their official duties.

Eligibility Criteria

The bill specifies which individuals are eligible for this medal:

• Local, state, tribal, territorial, or federal law enforcement officers and first responders killed in the line of duty are eligible.
• If there is an official finding of wrongdoing related to the officer's or responder's actions at the time of death, they are not eligible for the medal. In such cases, a Commission will investigate the circumstances surrounding the death before making a final determination on eligibility.

Establishment of the Commission

The bill establishes a Commission on the Medal of Sacrifice, which will have the following responsibilities:

• Advise on the design of the medal.
• Promote the establishment of the medal.
• Determine the method of presentation for the medal.
• Make final determinations regarding eligibility in cases of official findings of wrongdoing.
• Advise the President on criteria for assessing eligibility for the medal.

The Commission will consist of 12 members appointed by the President, with terms of five years, and members will serve without compensation.

Initial Award Recipients

The first recipients of the medal will include specific law enforcement officers who have been recognized for their sacrifices.

Design Details of the Medal

The medal will be designed as a modified quatrefoil with specific artistic elements, including:

• A central octagon with rounded lobes.
• Features of the Great Seal of the United States.
• Inscriptions and symbols that represent strength, resilience, and honor for the families of the fallen, including the word "SACRIFICE."
• The medal will be made from Silver Ag925, with 24k Gold Vermeil, and includes details such as a hand-soldered ribbon bail and specific dimensions.

Duration of the Commission

The Commission will remain active until the President determines that all its responsibilities have been fulfilled.

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