Trust Celebrates “Medal of Honor Act” Becoming Law, Lauds Legislative Supporters

The “Medal of Honor Act” (H.R.695) was signed into law by President Trump yesterday after unanimous passage in both the House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate. Sponsored by Rep. Troy Nehls and Sen. Ted Cruz, with several cosponsors in both chambers, the bill would significantly raise the monthly pension for living recipients and establish a monthly pension for surviving spouses. 

“We are forever indebted to the incredible men and women who have been awarded our country’s highest military honor,” said Trust President David Duncan. “The 'Medal of Honor Act’ further ensures that their courage and sacrifice are properly recognized by a grateful nation.” 

Living Medal of Honor recipients are among America’s most precious national treasures. They are living embodiments of heroism in the most trying of times and serve as goodwill ambassadors for veterans and their families. Living recipients also recognize that wearing the nation’s highest award for valor comes with a heavy responsibility to their fallen comrades, and often commit themselves to service even after they are no longer in the military, educating the public about the human cost of defending our freedoms. 

The Trust has long been dedicated to honoring the brave men and women who have received the Medal of Honor. The Medal of Honor Valor Trail™ and Medal of Honor Valor Trail™ app weave the stories of the nation’s highest decoration for valor with the places most deeply connected with its recipients – battlefields and historic sites, hometowns and burial places, namesake sites, monuments and museums. The trail spans from the Civil War through the present, showcasing the diverse universe of inspirational recipients who have worn the Medal. Learn more at ValorTrail.org.