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CT SB00800

Bill

Status

Passed

6/28/2019

Primary Sponsor

Veterans' Affairs Committee

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Origin

Senate

2019 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Effective July 1, 2019, establishes a board of officers consisting of the Adjutant General and two field-grade or higher officers appointed by the Adjutant General to administer the civilian Medal of Merit

  • Board receives recommendations through military or civilian channels and awards the medal to civilians who demonstrate exceptionally meritorious conduct contributing significantly to the armed forces' mission

  • Excludes civilian employees of the armed forces, military personnel, and armed forces contractors from medal eligibility

  • Awards are made within available appropriations and at the board's discretion based on suitability determinations

Legislative Description

An Act Establishing The Medal Of Merit For Civilians.

Last Action

Signed by the Governor

6/28/2019

Committee Referrals

Select Committee on Veterans' Affairs1/31/2019

Full Bill Text

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