PUBLIC LAW 101-564—NOV. 15, 1990 104 STAT. 2783 Public Law 101-564 101st Congress An Act To designate March 25, 1991, as "National Medal of Honor Day". Whereas the Medal of Honor is the highest distinction that can be awarded by the President, in the name of the Congress, to members of the Armed Forces who have distinguished themselves conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of their lives above and beyond the call of duty; Whereas only a few of the millions of men and women who have served the Nation in war, military operations, or other armed conflicts have received the Medal of Honor; Whereas the 1st Medal of Honor awards were presented to 6 men on March 25, 1863, by the Secretary of War; Whereas it is appropriate to honor the heroic recipients of the Medal of Honor; Whereas public awareness of the importance of the Medal of Honor has declined in recent years; and Whereas the designation of National Medal of Honor Day will focus the efforts of national. State, and local organizations striving to foster public appreciation and recognition of Medal of Honor recipients: Now, therefore, be it Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That March 25, 1991, is designated as "National Medal of Honor Day", and the President is authorized and requested to issue a proclamation calling on the people of the United States to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. Approved November 15, 1990. Nov. 15, 1990 [H.J. Res. 652] LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—H.J. Res. 652: CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Vol. 136 (1990): Oct. 26, considered and passed House. Oct. 27, considered and peissed Senate.
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