W. Va. Code § 15-1G-3
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§15-1G-3. Procedure for award of distinguished service medal and legion of merit.
Official statutory text
The military awards board hereinafter established shall recommend to the Governor the approval or disapproval of all nominations for the award of the distinguished service medal or the legion of merit. If the justification contained in a nomination for the distinguished service medal does not meet the criteria established for such award, the board may recommend in lieu thereof the approval of the legion of merit.
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