OPENING THE RECORD
OPENING THE RECORD
H.R. 327 · 119TH CONGRESS
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CONGRESSIONAL RESEARCH SERVICE
Valor Earned Not Stolen Act of 2025
This bill increases the maximum prison term—from one year to three years—for an individual who falsely claims to be the recipient of certain military awards (e.g., a Medal of Honor or Purple Heart) with the intent to obtain money, property, or other tangible benefit.
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