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This bill establishes the Kentucky General Assembly Medal of Distinction, a new award to be conferred by the Commonwealth. The medal can be awarded to present or former members of the U.S. Armed Forces, National Guard, or reserve components who have an honorable discharge and are connected to Kentucky, as well as present and former first responders like firefighters, emergency medical services personnel, peace officers, sheriffs, and public safety telecommunicators serving in Kentucky. It also extends eligibility to any citizen of Kentucky and entities operating within the Commonwealth or providing services to its citizens. The medal is intended to recognize acts of valor or heroism in saving a life, injuries or deaths, or facing threats in service to the Commonwealth, its communities, or the health, welfare, and safety of others, or for other meritorious acts that substantially improve the quality of life in Kentucky. A selection committee, designated by the Legislative Research Commission, will evaluate nominations submitted by members of the General Assembly, with final awardees being approved through a concurrent resolution. The design of the medal will be determined by the Legislative Research Commission, and the nominating legislator will be responsible for its cost, with provisions for state and local agencies to allow the display of the medal on uniforms.

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