H.R. 3780

119th CONGRESS 1st Session

To authorize the issuance of a Border Operations Service Medal to servicemembers and Federal personnel who served in designated border operations between January 1, 2025, and the conclusions of such operations, and for other purposes.

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES · June 5, 2025 · Sponsor: Mr. Moore of North Carolina · Committee: Committee on Armed Services

Table of contents

• H.R. 3780
  • SEC. 1. Short title
  • SEC. 2. Findings
  • SEC. 3. Establishment of service medal

SEC. 1. Short title

• This Act may be cited as the Border Operations Service Medal Act.

SEC. 2. Findings

• Congress finds the following:
  • The President, by Executive Order in January 2025, authorized national security operations along the United States-Mexico border.
  • Servicemembers and Federal personnel participated in extensive security, humanitarian, and enforcement efforts.
  • Recognizing their contributions with a distinct service medal is essential for honoring their dedication and commitment.

SEC. 3. Establishment of service medal

• (a) Establishment
  • To reflect service and commitment during designated border security operations between January 1, 2025, and the conclusions of such operations, the Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the heads of military service branches, shall design and issue a (in this section referred to as the ) to— Border Operations Service Medal``
    • active-duty members of the Armed Forces, and
    • members of the National Guard and Reserve,
  • who served in such operations.
• (b) Authorization for wear
  • The Medal shall be authorized for wear according to military uniform regulations and Federal service recognition guidelines.
• (c) Implementation
  • Not later than 60 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Defense shall issue regulations to carry out this section.