Illinois SB1924 establishes the First Responder Medal of Honor for eligible first responders.

Illinois SB1924, known as the First Responder Medal of Honor Act, allows the Governor to award the First Responder Medal of Honor to first responders who demonstrate conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of their lives above and beyond the call of duty. The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security determine eligibility. First responders include law enforcement officers, firemen, and emergency medical service personnel. The Governor decides the time and place for the award ceremony, which may be attended by the recipient or their next of kin.

Illinois SB1924 establishes the First Responder Medal of Honor for eligible first responders.

Illinois SB1924, known as the First Responder Medal of Honor Act, allows the Governor to award the First Responder Medal of Honor to first responders who demonstrate conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of their lives above and beyond the call of duty. The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security determine eligibility. First responders include law enforcement officers, firemen, and emergency medical service personnel. The Governor decides the time and place for the award ceremony, which may be attended by the recipient or their next of kin.