Medal of Sacrifice Act
Summary
The Medal of Sacrifice Act of 2025 establishes a medal to honor law enforcement officers and first responders killed in the line of duty. It mandates the President to issue the medal and establishes a Commission to oversee the medal's design, promotion, and eligibility criteria. The bill outlines specific design elements for the medal and names three initial recipients.
Expected Effects
This act will create a formal recognition for fallen law enforcement officers and first responders. It also establishes a commission to manage the awarding of the medal. The act may boost morale within law enforcement and first responder communities.
Potential Benefits
- Provides formal recognition for sacrifice.
- Establishes a commission to ensure proper awarding of the medal.
- May boost morale among law enforcement and first responders.
- Honors the service and sacrifice of fallen officers and their families.
- Symbolically represents the nation's gratitude.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Creates a new commission, potentially adding to government bureaucracy.
- The definition of 'wrongdoing' could be subject to interpretation and potential controversy.
- The cost of designing, producing, and awarding the medals is not specified.
- Eligibility investigations could be resource-intensive.
- May not address the underlying issues leading to line-of-duty deaths.
Constitutional Alignment
The act appears to align with the Constitution, as Congress has the power to enact laws that promote the general welfare and provide for public safety. Article I, Section 8 grants Congress the power to provide for the common defense and general welfare of the United States. The establishment of a medal and commission does not infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
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).