S. 2565 would establish an awards mechanism to honor exceptional acts of bravery in the line of duty by Federal law enforcement officers.
Detailed Summary
Federal Law Enforcement Congressional Badge of Bravery Act of 2007 [<i>sic</i>]- Authorizes the Attorney General to award a Congressional Badge of Bravery to a federal law enforcement officer who performs an act of bravery while in the line of duty. Sets forth requirements for agencies in nominating a law enforcement officer for a Badge.
Establishes within the Department of Justice: (1) a Congressional Badge of Bravery Board to made recommendations for awarding a Badge; and (2) a Congressional Badge of Bravery Office to assist the Board.
Authorizes Members of Congress or the Attorney General to make the presentations of Badges to law enforcement officers.
Status of the Legislation
Latest Major Action: 6/26/2008: Passed/agreed to in Senate. Status: Passed Senate with an amendment and an amendment to the Title by Unanimous Consent.
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