Awards Medal of Honor to James Capers, Jr.

Official: To authorize the President to award the Medal of Honor to James Capers, Jr., for acts of valor as a member of the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War.

IntroducedMay 13, 2025

Armed Forces and National SecurityConflicts and warsMilitary personnel and dependentsSouth AsiaVietnam

Why This Matters

This bill authorizes the President to award the Medal of Honor to James Capers, Jr. for his courageous actions during the Vietnam War.

If you support veterans, this bill recognizes James Capers, Jr.'s bravery with the Medal of Honor.

Affects: This bill affects James Capers, Jr. and honors his service in the Marine Corps.

Summary

This act authorizes the President to award the Medal of Honor to James Capers, Jr. for his acts of valor as a member of the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War from March 31 through April 3, 1967, for which he was previously awarded the Silver Star.

What changes is this bill making?

1. This bill allows the President to award the Medal of Honor to James Capers, Jr. for his bravery. 2. Capers served in the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War and performed heroic actions from March 31 to April 3, 1967. 3. He previously received the Silver Star for his valor during this time. 4. The bill overrides time limits for awarding certain military medals. 5. This recognition honors Capers' significant contributions to his country.

Who is affected?

This bill affects James Capers, Jr. and honors his service in the Marine Corps.

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