The governor may award a medal of valor with palm and with accompanying ribbon to any member of the national guard or state defense force who distinguishes himself by an extraordinary act of personal bravery and heroism, at the risk of his own life, above and beyond the call of duty.
History: 1978 Comp., § 20-10-5, enacted by Laws 1987, ch. 318, § 67.
ANNOTATIONSRepeals and reenactments. — Laws 1987, Chapter 318 repealed former 20-10-5 NMSA 1978, as enacted by Laws 1941, ch. 9, § 4, relating to requisitions and buildings, and enacted a new section, effective April 10, 1987.