The U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Bureau of Justice Assistance administers the Public Safety Officer Medal of Valor, one of the highest national awards for valor by a public safety officer. The medal is awarded by the President of the United States to public safety officers who have exhibited exceptional courage, regardless of personal safety, in the attempt to save or protect human life.
Public safety officers who serve with or without compensation at the federal, state, local and tribal levels, may be nominated for the Medal of Valor.
This year’s nomination period covers events that took place between June 1, 2024, and May 31, 2025.
Learn about past award recipients. If you know of similarly deserving public safety officers, nominate them for the Medal of Valor by 5:00 p.m. ET on October 3.
Thank you for taking the time to recognize those who keep our communities safe.