Nicholas Dockery Medal of Honor Act
Summary
The Nicholas Dockery Medal of Honor Act authorizes the President to award the Medal of Honor to Nicholas Dockery for acts of valor while serving in the Army in Afghanistan. This waives the standard time limitations for awarding such medals. The acts of valor occurred on October 2, 2012, for which Dockery previously received the Silver Star.
Expected Effects
Nicholas Dockery will receive the Medal of Honor, recognizing his valor in Afghanistan. This act sets a precedent for waiving time limitations in awarding medals. It also publicly acknowledges and honors Dockery's service and bravery.
Potential Benefits
- Recognizes and honors Nicholas Dockery's valorous service.
- Provides a tangible symbol of gratitude for his actions.
- May inspire others to serve with courage and distinction.
- Affirms the importance of recognizing military achievements.
- Could lead to increased public awareness of military service and sacrifice.
Potential Disadvantages
- May create a perception of unequal treatment if time limitations are waived for some but not others.
- Could potentially open the door for numerous requests for similar waivers, creating administrative burdens.
- No direct disadvantages to the American people are apparent.
Constitutional Alignment
The act aligns with the constitutional power of Congress to provide for the common defense and to raise and support armies (Article I, Section 8). The awarding of military honors falls under the purview of these powers. There is nothing in the Constitution that prohibits Congress from authorizing the President to award a Medal of Honor, even with a waiver of time 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).