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Proposed Medal of Honor for Robert A. Lodge

Original title: Text of Senate Amendment 6135

June 24, 2026

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What this does

This amendment, if passed, would authorize the President to grant a specific military decoration to Robert A. Lodge, bypassing existing statutory time limits for such awards.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Robert A. Lodge

The amendment specifically authorizes the posthumous awarding of the Medal of Honor to him.

Mr. Kelly

As the sponsor, he is the legislator responsible for introducing the amendment to the Senate.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 24, 2026.

What's next

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Background

S. 4784 is the annual National Defense Authorization Act, which sets the budget and policies for the Department of Defense. context

Summary

Senator Kelly has introduced an amendment to the 2027 defense authorization bill that would allow for the awarding of the Medal of Honor to Robert A. Lodge. The amendment seeks to waive standard time limitations to recognize Lodge's actions as an Air Force Major on May 10, 1972.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does this amendment do?

It allows the President to award the Medal of Honor to Robert A. Lodge for his service in 1972, despite the fact that the standard time limit for awarding such medals has passed.

Who is Robert A. Lodge?

He was a Major in the Air Force who performed acts of valor on May 10, 1972.

Why It Matters

This amendment, if passed, would authorize the President to grant a specific military decoration to Robert A. Lodge, bypassing existing statutory time limits for such awards.

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Senate Scheduling Update for S. 4784

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Connected Entities

personRobert A. Lodge“The individual proposed for the posthumous Medal of Honor.”Map →

organizationDepartment of Defense“The agency overseeing the military activities authorized by the underlying bill.”Map →

organizationDepartment of Energy“The agency overseeing defense activities authorized by the underlying bill.”Map →

organizationAir Force“The military branch where Robert A. Lodge served.”Map →

personMr. Kelly“United States Senator who submitted the amendment.”Map →

Sources

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