Current state law allows the governor to award medals for valor, distinguished service, and good conduct, as well as certain marks of distinction to officers and enlisted personnel who served in war or other declared emergencies, provided the honor does not overlap with federal service medals.
A new law will allow the governor to also issue suitable awards to non-military individuals for distinguished service or support to military forces of the state.
Rep. Bruce Anderson (R-Buffalo Township) and Sen. Al DeKruif (R-Madison Lake) sponsor the law, which is effective Aug. 1, 2012. Gov. Mark Dayton signed it April 18.
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Heroes for hire
Minnesota’s veterans do battle with rampant unemployment
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Published 4/6/2012