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Kareem N. Dockery Medal of Honor Act: Authorizing Highest Military Recognition.

This bill authorizes the President to award the Medal of Honor to Kareem N. Dockery for extraordinary acts of valor performed in Afghanistan in 2012. Crucially, the legislation waives standard time limits to ensure this highest military honor can be bestowed. This act serves as a national recognition of exceptional military service and sacrifice.
Key points
Authorizes the President to award the Medal of Honor to former Lieutenant Kareem N. Dockery.
Waives existing time limitations that would otherwise prevent the awarding of this medal.
Recognizes Dockery's heroic actions, including saving soldiers' lives and shielding them during a 2012 ambush in Afghanistan.
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Status: Passed Senate
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7194
Sponsor: Rep. Baird, James R. [R-IN-4]
Process start date: 2026-01-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Nicholas Dockery Medal of Honor Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7194.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-01-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Authorizes the President to award the Medal of Honor to former Lieutenant Kareem N. Dockery.
  • Waives existing time limitations that would otherwise prevent the awarding of this medal.
  • Recognizes Dockery's heroic actions, including saving soldiers' lives and shielding them during a 2012 ambush in Afghanistan.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Passed Senate.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Baird, James R. [R-IN-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S767)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-24.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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