S 3765 United States Senate · 119th Congress

Medal of Sacrifice Act

This bill creates a new "Medal of Sacrifice" to honor law enforcement officers and first responders killed in the line of duty. It establishes eligibility for local, state, tribal, territorial, or federal officers killed while serving, excluding those with an official finding of misconduct (like acting outside agency policies). A Commission appointed by the President will determine eligibility for disputed cases, advise on medal design, and present the award, with initial honors going to three specific deputies. The medal features specific design elements symbolizing sacrifice and national values, but the bill focuses solely on creating this ceremonial recognition, not on funding or policy changes.
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Feb 2026
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Introduced Feb 3, 2026 Last action Feb 3, 2026
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
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