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- H.R.1407
H.R.1407: To amend title 10, United States Code, to provide that the decoration known as the Purple Heart may only be awarded to members of the Armed Forces, and for other purposes.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about armed forces and national security
- Introduced April 23, 1997
- Latest Major Action Nov. 6, 1997
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
10 (2 Democrats, 9 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Provides that the Purple Heart may only be awarded to a person who is a member of the armed forces at the time such person is killed or wounded under circumstances otherwise qualifying the person for such award. Directs the President to establish a decoration for non-military individuals who are killed or wounded while serving in any capacity with the armed forces. Requires the color and design of such decoration to be distinct from the Purple...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on National Security.
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Executive Comment Requested from DOD.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
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See H.R.1119.
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| April 23, 1997 |
Introduced in the House by Bob Stump (R-Ariz.) |