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10 U.S.C. § 7275 — Medal of honor; distinguished-service cross; distinguished-service medal: delegation of power to award

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The President may delegate his authority to award the medal of honor, distinguished-service cross, and distinguished-service medal, to a commanding general of a separate army or higher unit in the field.