Establishes a medal of sacrifice for law enforcement officers and first responders killed in the line of duty.
The Medal of Sacrifice Act establishes a medal of service for law enforcement officers and first responders who were killed in the line of duty. The President shall issue the medal, which is a modified quatrefoil with national symbols and heraldic elements. The President shall also establish a Commission to oversee the medal's design, presentation, and eligibility criteria. The Commission consists of 12 members appointed by the President, including law enforcement officers, first responders, and representatives of organizations knowledgeable about law enforcement.
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