Bills · HR 3780
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 3780Armed Forces and National Security
Border Operations Service Medal Act
INTRO JUN 5· LAST ACTION JUN 5
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it seeks to formally acknowledge the service and commitment of military members deployed to the U.S.-Mexico border during specific operations. If passed, it would create a new, distinct form of recognition for their efforts in what Congress describes as security, humanitarian, and enforcement roles.
For service members, receiving such a medal can boost morale and provide a lasting symbol of their contributions. If it doesn't pass, these military personnel might still receive other forms of recognition for their service, but there would not be a specific medal tailored to their participation in these designated border operations, potentially leaving some feeling their unique service was overlooked.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Authorizes the creation of a "Border Operations Service Medal" to recognize military personnel.
This establishes a new official award specifically for service in border operations, creating a distinct form of recognition.
PROVISION 02
Designates eligible recipients as active-duty members of the Armed Forces, National Guard, and Reserve who served in specific border operations.
This clearly defines which military personnel would qualify for the medal, focusing on those directly involved in these specific deployments.
PROVISION 03
Specifies that service must occur during designated national security operations along the U.S.-Mexico border, beginning January 1, 2025.
This sets a clear timeframe and geographic scope for the service that would be recognized by the medal.
PROVISION 04
Directs the Secretary of Defense to design the medal and issue regulations for its implementation within 60 days of the bill becoming law.
This sets a timeline and assigns responsibility for the practical steps needed to establish and distribute the medal.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 14
R· North Carolina
YRS IN OFFICE
1
BILLS LED
32
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 14%
DEM 1 REP 13 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUN 5
Introduced in House
JUN 5
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 3780
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJun 5, 2025
Last actionJun 5, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUN 5, 2025
House BillHR 3780Armed Forces and National Security
Border Operations Service Medal Act
INTRODUCED JUN 5, 2025· LAST ACTION JUN 5, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
—%
READING
2 min
COSPONSORS
14
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
