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HR 327 · 119th Congress · HouseIn committee

Valor Earned Not Stolen Act of 2025

In plain language: 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.

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

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