The Purple Heart: Background and Issues for Congress
Description:
This report examines the history of the Purple Heart award for military service members and changes in eligibility over time. It also discusses current issues facing Congress -- such as whether traumatic brain injuries or PTSD diagnoses should be grounds for receiving the award, and whether those injured or killed assisting others during terror attacks outside their military duties should be eligible.
Date:
June 21, 2018
Creator:
Torreon, Barbara Salazar
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UNT Libraries Government Documents Department