HR 8973·Federal·house
Sergeant Rafael Peralta Medal of Honor Authorization Act
In CommitteeFiled May 21, 2026
Sponsor: Rep. Issa, Darrell [R-CA-48] (R)
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Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
May 21, 2026
Summary
The measure authorizes the President to grant the Medal of Honor to Marine Sgt. Rafael Peralta for his actions during the Second Battle of Fallujah, even though the usual time limits for the award have expired. It recognizes that he deliberately pulled a grenade onto himself to protect fellow Marines. Congress says his sacrifice deserves the nation’s highest military honor.
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