Medal of Sacrifice

The Medal of Sacrifice is a United States award that recognizes law enforcement officers and first responders killed in the line of duty. The medal is presented to the recipient’s family by the president of [the United States].
Category:Orders, decorations, and medals of the [United States]
Category:Law enforcement awards and honors
Category:Firefighting medals and awards

History

On May 19, 2025, Representative Brian Mast introduced the Medal of Sacrifice Act in the United States [House of Representatives|House of Representatives]. Later that day, Mast and President Donald Trump presented the medal to the families of three Palm Beach County deputies. The inaugural recipients were Deputy Ralph “Butch” Waller, Deputy Ignacio “Dan” Diaz, and Corporal Luis Paez.

Appearance

The medal is made of gold vermeil and was designed by Tiffany & Co. It features the coat of arms of the United States as well as three oak leaves, which, according to a statement from Representative Mast, represent “strength, resilience, and honoring the families of the fallen.” The medal is also inscribed with the word “sacrifice.”
The medal is issued with a blue ribbon for law enforcement officers and a red ribbon for first responders.