An Act To authorize the President to award the Medal of Honor to James Capers, Jr., for acts of valor as a member of the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War.
Summary
This bill authorizes the President to award the Medal of Honor to James Capers, Jr., for his acts of valor as a member of the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. It specifically waives the standard time limitations for awarding such medals. The authorization is for actions that occurred between March 31 and April 3, 1967, for which Capers had previously received the Silver Star.
Expected Effects
The bill, if enacted, will allow the President to formally recognize James Capers, Jr.'s bravery with the Medal of Honor. This provides a high level of recognition for his service. It also sets a precedent for waiving time limitations in extraordinary cases of valor.
Potential Benefits
- Recognizes and honors the extraordinary valor of James Capers, Jr.
- Provides a sense of closure and gratitude to a Vietnam War veteran.
- Reinforces the importance of bravery and service in the Marine Corps.
- May inspire others to serve and act with courage.
- Corrects a potential oversight in the initial awarding of honors.
Potential Disadvantages
- The bill has limited direct disadvantages.
- It could potentially open the door for numerous requests for similar waivers, potentially straining resources.
- Some may argue that waiving time limitations could undermine the integrity of the awards process if not carefully managed.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the powers granted to Congress and the President regarding military affairs and honors. Congress has the power to provide for the common defense (Article I, Section 8) and to make all laws necessary and proper for carrying out these powers. The President, as Commander in Chief, is responsible for leading the armed forces.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).