Authorizes the President to award the Medal of Honor to James Capers, Jr., for acts of valor during the Vietnam War.
The bill authorizes the President to award the Medal of Honor to James Capers, Jr., for his acts of valor as a member of the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War, specifically from March 31 to April 3, 1967. This recognition bypasses the usual time limitations for such awards. Capers was previously awarded the Silver Star for his actions.
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