The President could give Nicholas Dockery the Medal of Honor for actions in Afghanistan in 2012. The bill waives the normal deadline only for this one case.
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Nicholas Dockery Medal of Honor Act is signed into law. The latest recorded action: Became Private Law No: 119-2.
Latest action on H.R. 7194: Became Private Law No: 119-2.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects Nicholas Dockery and the military award process for his case. It could also matter to service members and veterans who follow how the military reviews acts of bravery after the normal deadline has passed. The bill does not directly change pay, benefits, duties, or award rules for other service members.
Why this matters: This bill matters because it could let a 2012 act of bravery receive the military's highest award after the normal deadline has passed. It shows how Congress can make a narrow exception when lawmakers believe the usual award rules may block a specific case. The bill could bring more attention to Dockery's actions, but it does not say how similar cases should be handled later.
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Officially: Nicholas Dockery Medal of Honor Act
The President could give Nicholas Dockery the Medal of Honor for actions in Afghanistan in 2012. The bill waives the normal deadline only for this one case.
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Where it stands
Signed into law
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Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in House
House Committee
Under House committee consideration
House Floor Vote
Voted on by House
Passed House
Approved by House
Senate Review
Sent to Senate for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
Latest: Became Private Law No: 119-2. (3/26/2026)
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