H.R. 327 Introduced Crime and Law Enforcement

Valor Earned Not Stolen Act of 2025

To amend title 18, United States Code, to increase the penalty for fraudulent misrepresentation about the receipt of a military decoration or medal, and for other purposes.

  1. Introduced
  2. Committee
  3. Passed House
  4. Passed Senate
  5. To President
  6. Became law
Sponsor Rep. Van Duyne, Beth [R-TX-24] Introduced January 9, 2025 Cosponsors 12 (11 R, 1 D) Latest action January 9, 2025

Summary

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.

Summary by the Congressional Research Service, Library of Congress.

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Actions

  1. Jan 9, 2025 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
  2. Jan 9, 2025 Introduced in House

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