Executive Order 13666

Expanding Eligibility for the Defense Meritorious Service Medal

Ordered by Barack Obama on April 18, 2014

Summary

Amends previous guidelines governing eligibility for awarding the Defense Meritorious Service Medal. Expands qualification criteria to include armed forces personnel from friendly foreign nations. Clarifies existing military award policy. The EO formally authorizes recognition of international military members' meritorious contributions.

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