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Valor Earned Not Stolen Act of 2025

Introduced: January 9, 2025 Introduced by: Van Duyne, Beth Republican · Texas See on congress.gov

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Jan 9, 2025

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Jan 9, 2025

Introduced in House

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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.

What's happening now January 9, 2025

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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