The Law Enforcement Congressional Badge of Bravery Act of 2008 (Public Law 110-298), established an award to honor exceptional acts of bravery in the line of duty by federal, state, and local law enforcement officers. The medals are awarded annually by the U.S. Attorney General and are presented by the recipients' Congressional representatives.
For more information regarding the Congressional Badge of Bravery please visit: https://badgeofbravery.ncjrs.gov/