FEDERALpresidential document

Delegation of Authority to Present Medals of Honor

Original title: Delegation of Certain Authorities Under Section 7271 of Title 10, United States Code

January 8, 2025

Military Awards Executive Authority Army History

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The Frame

What this does

This document ensures that historical military honors are finally delivered to the descendants of the recipients, correcting a long-standing administrative oversight.

What changed

Last recorded activity January 8, 2025.

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Summary

President Biden has delegated authority to the Secretary of the Army to present specific Medals of Honor originally approved in 1906. This administrative action allows for the presentation of these medals to the surviving grandchildren of Private William Simon Harris and Private James W. McIntyre.

Why It Matters

This document ensures that historical military honors are finally delivered to the descendants of the recipients, correcting a long-standing administrative oversight.

Key Facts

The President delegated authority to the Secretary of the Army to present Medals of Honor approved in 1906.
The medals are for Private William Simon Harris and Private James W. McIntyre.
The medals will be presented to the eldest surviving grandchild of each awardee.