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MA H4407

MA H4407
Amending the Medal of Liberty


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Introduced
01/27/2020
In Committee
02/05/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to eligibility for the Medal of Liberty. Veterans and Federal Affairs.

AI Summary

This bill amends the existing law in Chapter 33 Section 67A of the General Laws to expand the eligibility for the Medal of Liberty. The new language adds that the medal can be awarded to individuals who "died as a result of a training accident in the line of duty," in addition to the existing criteria of being awarded for those killed in action. This change broadens the circumstances under which the Medal of Liberty can be granted to recognize members of the military who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

House concurred (on 10/19/2020)

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4407 02/11/2020
Bill https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4407.pdf 02/11/2020
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