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20 DE Code § 701. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 20 - Military and Civil Defense|Chapter 7. Medals, Decorations and Honors|§ 701. Conspicuous Service Cross.

§ 701. Conspicuous Service Cross. (a) The Adjutant General, on behalf of the Governor, may present, in the name of the State, a Conspicuous Service Cross to any person serving in the National Guard of the State who shall have distinguished himself or herself in any capacity as provided in this section. (b) The Conspicuous Service Cross shall be a bronze Maltese Cross, 1 inch long, with the coat of arms of the State in miniature in the center thereof and the words “For Conspicuous Service” inscribed on the arms of the cross. The reverse shall be plain. The cross shall be suspended by a ribbon 13/8 inches in width and 13/4 inches in length of maroon with a 1/2 inch band of beige in the center. (c) The Conspicuous Service Cross may be awarded for heroism, meritorious service and outstanding achievement. (1) A recommendation based on heroism must clearly characterize valor, bravery or outstanding courage. The act may be a single event or a closely related series of actions performed over a short period of time. (2) A recommendation based on meritorious service recognizes praiseworthy execution of duties over a period of time. Service differs from achievement in that service concerns a period of time versus an act and is usually based on a permanent change of assignment, a completed period of service, or a retirement. The service must clearly distinguish the member from others of comparable grade and time of service. (3) A recommendation based on outstanding achievement recognizes a single, specific act or accomplishment separate and distinct from regularly assigned duties which impacts the greater good of the State and its inhabitants. An outstanding achievement award covers a short period of time with definite beginning and ending dates. (d) This medal shall be awarded upon the recommendation of a board of 3 officers and 2 enlisted members as appointed by the Adjutant General. (e) Only 1 medal may be awarded to any 1 person. For each additional award, a gold star 3/1 6 of an inch in diameter shall be given to the one who has earned the medal, which shall be affixed to the ribbon of the medal. 35 Del. Laws, c. 35, §  1;  37 Del. Laws, c. 36, §§  1, 2;  Code 1935, §  306;  44 Del. Laws, c. 60;  20 Del. C. 1953, §  701;  64 Del. Laws, c. 258, §  1;  70 Del. Laws, c. 186, §  1;  73 Del. Laws, c. 263, §  2;
20 DE Code § 702. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 20 - Military and Civil Defense|Chapter 7. Medals, Decorations and Honors|§ 702. Delaware National Guard Medal.

§ 702. Delaware National Guard Medal. (a) The State Headquarters, on behalf of the Adjutant General, may present, in the name of the State, the Delaware National Guard Medal to any person serving in the National Guard of the State who has been called to federal mobilization by the President or voluntarily served for a continuous period of 30 or more days in an area designated as a combat zone by the Department of Defense. (b) The Delaware National Guard Medal shall be a bronze diamond, 13/8 inches in width and 11/4 inches in length. On the obverse is the coat of arms of the State in miniature in the center. The reverse shall be plain. The medal shall be suspended by a ribbon 13/8 inches in width and 13/8 inches in length of vertically divided equal portions of blue and gold. (c) Only 1 medal may be awarded to any 1 person. For each additional award, a gold star 3/1 6 of an inch in diameter shall be given to the one who has earned the medal, which shall be affixed to the ribbon of the medal. The numeral affixed will designate the total number of times the medal has been awarded to the person. 73 Del. Laws, c. 263, §  2;  80 Del. Laws, c. 387, § 4;
20 DE Code § 703. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 20 - Military and Civil Defense|Chapter 7. Medals, Decorations and Honors|§ 703. Delaware Distinguished Service Medal.

§ 703. Delaware Distinguished Service Medal. (a) The Adjutant General may present, in the name of the State, the Delaware Distinguished Service Medal to any person, military or civilian, who has distinguished himself or herself in any capacity as provided in this section. (b) The Delaware Distinguished Service Medal shall be a medal of bronze, 11/4 inches in diameter. On the obverse is the First Regiment flag with the outline of the State overstamped on it. The words “The Delaware Distinguished Service Medal” are inscribed around the face of the medal. The reverse is plain. The medal shall be suspended by a ribbon 13/8 inches in width and 13/4 inches in length of gold with 4 bands of blue — 2 1/1 6-inch outer bands and 2 1/8-inch inner bands. (c) The Delaware Distinguished Service Medal may be awarded for meritorious service and outstanding achievement. (1) A recommendation based on meritorious service recognizes praiseworthy execution of duties over a period of time. Service differs from achievement in that service concerns a period of time versus an act and is usually based on a permanent change of assignment, a completed period of service, or a retirement. The service must clearly distinguish the member from others of comparable grade and time of service. (2) A recommendation based on outstanding achievement recognizes a single, specific act or accomplishment separate and distinct from regularly assigned duties which impacts the greater good of the Delaware National Guard. An outstanding achievement award covers a short period of time with definite beginning and ending dates. (d) This medal shall be awarded upon the recommendation of a board of 3 officers and 2 enlisted members as appointed by the Adjutant General.  (e) Only 1 medal may be awarded to any 1 person. For each additional award, a numeral 3/1 6 of an inch in diameter shall be given to the one who has earned the medal, which shall be affixed to the ribbon of the medal. The numeral affixed will designate the total number of times the medal has been awarded to the person. 64 Del. Laws, c. 258, §  1;  70 Del. Laws, c. 186, §  1;  73 Del. Laws, c. 263, §  2;
20 DE Code § 704. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 20 - Military and Civil Defense|Chapter 7. Medals, Decorations and Honors|§ 704. Medal for Military Merit.

§ 704. Medal for Military Merit. (a) The Adjutant General may present, in the name of the State, the Medal for Military Merit to any person serving in the National Guard of the State who has distinguished himself or herself in any capacity as provided in this section. (b) The Medal for Military Merit shall be a medal of bronze, 11/4 inches in diameter. On the obverse is the coat of arms of the State around which is inscribed “For Military Merit.” The reverse is plain. The medal shall be suspended by a ribbon 13/8 inches in width and 13/4 inches in length of beige with a 1/2-inch band of maroon in the center. (c) The Medal for Military Merit may be awarded for meritorious service and outstanding achievement. (1) A recommendation based on meritorious service recognizes praiseworthy execution of duties over a period of time. Service differs from achievement in that service concerns a period of time versus an act and is usually based on a permanent change of assignment, a completed period of service, or a retirement. The service must clearly distinguish the member from others of comparable grade and time of service. In addition, the medal will be awarded to members for every 10 years of satisfactory service. Federal military service shall count in the computation of time. Board action is not required. (2) A recommendation based on outstanding achievement recognizes a single, specific act or accomplishment separate and distinct from regularly assigned duties which brings credit to the recipient as an individual. An outstanding achievement award covers a short period of time with definite beginning and ending dates. To recognize proficiency in military studies, the medal will be awarded to members who complete a course of military studies consisting of at least 80 hours of instruction and who are designated as “honor” or “distinguished” graduates. Board action is not required. (d) This medal shall be awarded upon the recommendation of a board of 3 officers and 2 enlisted members as appointed by the Adjutant General.  (e) Only 1 medal may be awarded to any 1 person. For each additional award, a numeral 3/1 6 of an inch in diameter shall be given to the one who has earned the medal, which shall be affixed to the ribbon of the medal. The numeral affixed will designate the total number of times the medal has been awarded to the person.  35 Del. Laws, c. 35, §  2;  37 Del. Laws, c. 36, §  3;  Code 1935, §  307;  20 Del. C. 1953, §  702;  64 Del. Laws, c. 258, §  1;  70 Del. Laws, c. 186, §  1;  73 Del. Laws, c. 263, §  2;
20 DE Code § 705. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 20 - Military and Civil Defense|Chapter 7. Medals, Decorations and Honors|§ 705. Medal for Service in Aid of Civil Authority.

§ 705. Medal for Service in Aid of Civil Authority. (a) The state headquarters, on behalf of the Adjutant General, may present, in the name of the State, the Medal for Service in Aid of Civil Authority to any person serving in the National Guard of the State who has been called upon by the Governor to assist the civil authorities in the preservation of law and order. (b) The Medal for Service in Aid of Civil Authority shall be a bronze medal 11/4 inches in diameter. On the obverse is a mailed fist grasping a Roman sword, the sword vertical, point up; upon the point of the sword the scales of justice. The words “For Service in Aid of Civil Authority” in circular form inscribed thereon. The medal shall be suspended by a ribbon 13/8 inches in width and 13/4 inches in length in blue with a band of gold 1/4 inch wide through the center. (c) Only 1 medal may be awarded to any 1 person. For each additional award, a numeral 3/1 6 of an inch in diameter shall be given to the one who has earned the medal, which shall be affixed to the ribbon of the medal. The numeral affixed will designate the total number of times the medal has been awarded to the person. 35 Del. Laws, c. 35, §  3;  Code 1935, §  308;  20 Del. C. 1953, §  703;  64 Del. Laws, c. 258, §  1;  73 Del. Laws, c. 263, §  2;
20 DE Code § 706. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 20 - Military and Civil Defense|Chapter 7. Medals, Decorations and Honors|§ 706. Minor awards and ribbons.

§ 706. Minor awards and ribbons. The Adjutant General may establish such minor awards and ribbons as deemed necessary for appropriate recognition. 64 Del. Laws, c. 258, §  1;  70 Del. Laws, c. 186, §  1;  73 Del. Laws, c. 263, §  2;
20 DE Code § 707. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 20 - Military and Civil Defense|Chapter 7. Medals, Decorations and Honors|§ 707. Honors for retired members of the Delaware National Guard.

§ 707. Honors for retired members of the Delaware National Guard. (a) Time and age retirement requirements as contained in federal law will apply to all Delaware National Guard members. (b) (1) All members, who shall have served actively 25 years or more in the Delaware National Guard and received an honorable discharge, may upon their own written request at or after retirement be placed upon the retired list at the next higher grade, not to exceed the maximum allowable grade in the appropriate officer or enlisted category. (2) The Adjutant General shall appoint a selection panel and shall promulgate regulations to manage qualifications and selection for those who make a request after discharge under paragraph (b)(1) of this section. (c) All military members and civilian employees who shall have served actively 25 years or more in the Delaware National Guard may upon their retirement be issued a “State Seal” in recognition of long and faithful service. 73 Del. Laws, c. 263, §  2;  80 Del. Laws, c. 387, § 5;
20 DE Code § 904. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 20 - Military and Civil Defense|Chapter 9. Miscellaneous Matters Relating to Military Organizations|§ 904. Unlawful use of insignia of veterans' organizations; penalties.

§ 904. Unlawful use of insignia of veterans' organizations; penalties. Whoever, not being a member of the Grand Army of the Republic, the Union Veteran Legion, the United Spanish War Veterans, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the American Legion, the American Legion Auxiliary, Sons of the American Legion, 40 et 8, 8 et 40, or any other service or ex-service unit, auxiliary or organization wears, uses, exhibits or displays any badge, button or other insignia of any of such organizations, with intent to make it appear that the person is a member of any of such organizations or entitled to any of the benefits or advantages resulting from membership therein, shall, for each such offense, be fined not more than $200, or shall be imprisoned not more than 10 days or both. 18 Del. Laws, c. 683, §  1;  19 Del. Laws, c. 274, §§  1, 2;  Code 1915, §  3475;  33 Del. Laws, c. 215, §  1;  Code 1935, §  3943;  41 Del. Laws, c. 193, §  1;  20 Del. C. 1953, §  904;  64 Del. Laws, c. 258, §  1;  70 Del. Laws, c. 186, §  1;
20 DE Code § 905. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 20 - Military and Civil Defense|Chapter 9. Miscellaneous Matters Relating to Military Organizations|§ 905. Leaves of absence for members of reserve on temporary active duty.

§ 905. Leaves of absence for members of reserve on temporary active duty. (a) If any employer fails to comply with any provisions of federal or state law relating to employment rights of reservists or National Guard members, the employee may elect to bring an action at law for damages for such noncompliance or such other relief as is appropriate in the Superior Court of Delaware. (b) Any National Guard member who is called to state active duty shall be entitled to the same rights, privileges, and protections with respect to such member's employment as such member would have had if called for military training under federal law protecting reservists and National Guard members. 20 Del. C. 1953, §  905;  50 Del. Laws, c. 413, §  1;  64 Del. Laws, c. 258, §  1;  70 Del. Laws, c. 186, §  1;
20 DE Code § 1001. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 20 - Military and Civil Defense|Chapter 10. Veterans With Paraplegia|§ 1001. Pension benefits.

§ 1001. Pension benefits. (a) Each veteran with paraplegia eligible for benefits hereunder shall receive a pension from the State of $3,000 per year payable in equal monthly installments at the end of each month in which such veteran is eligible. (b) In order to be eligible for the benefits listed in subsection (a) of this section a veteran must file evidence with the Pension Board of Trustees that:  (1) The veteran is paraplegic and fully disabled to the extent that the veteran has no voluntary control over either leg; and (2) The veteran is listed on the rolls of the United States Veterans Administration as totally disabled for the cause listed in paragraph (b)(1) of this section above; and (3) The disability is a direct result of service in the armed forces of the United States while the United States was officially at war or during a period when the United States was engaged in hostilities with another nation as a member of the United Nations; and (4) The veteran is a bona fide resident of the State. (c) If, at any time the veteran ceases to be totally disabled as listed in paragraphs (b)(1) and (2) of this section, such veteran shall immediately notify the Pension Board of Trustees of the veteran's change in status and shall cease to be eligible for benefits hereunder. 20 Del. C. 1953, §  1001;  51 Del. Laws, c. 75, §  1;  57 Del. Laws, c. 38;  57 Del. Laws, c. 741, §  42;  67 Del. Laws, c. 304, §  1;  70 Del. Laws, c. 186, §  1;  71 Del. Laws, c. 111, §  1;  72 Del. Laws, c. 154, §  1;  78 Del. Laws, c. 179, §  269;
20 DE Code § 1201. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 20 - Military and Civil Defense|Chapter 12. Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery|§ 1201. Established.

§ 1201. Established. There is hereby created and established a Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery. 64 Del. Laws, c. 46, §  1;
20 DE Code § 1202. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 20 - Military and Civil Defense|Chapter 12. Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery|§ 1202. Supervision by Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs; powers and duties.

§ 1202. Supervision by Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs; powers and duties. The establishment, operation and maintenance of the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery shall be under the supervision of the Delaware Commission of Veterans Affairs which shall have the following powers and duties:  (1) Select an appropriate site for the Cemetery, pursuant to § 1203 of this title; (2) Acquire, by transfer of title from another state agency, or by purchase, grant, devise or contract, title to such real property as shall be suitable and necessary for the establishment of the Cemetery; (3) Apply for, receive, accept and expend any money, materials or other aid granted or otherwise provided by local, state or federal governments or by any source, public or private, in accordance with the terms thereof, for the establishment, operation or maintenance of the Cemetery; (4) Appoint and employ such persons as shall be needed for the proper operation and maintenance of the Cemetery; (5) Establish criteria for eligibility for burial in the Cemetery, and set fees for the burial of family members, pursuant to § 1204 of this title; (6) Promulgate rules, following public hearing, governing the administration and operation of the Cemetery; (7) Prepare an annual report on the operation of the Cemetery which shall be presented to the Governor and to the General Assembly; and (8) Perform all other powers and functions necessary or appropriate to carry out the purposes and policies of this chapter.64 Del. Laws, c. 46, §  1;  67 Del. Laws, c. 43, §§  1, 2;
20 DE Code § 1203. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 20 - Military and Civil Defense|Chapter 12. Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery|§ 1203. Selection of site.

§ 1203. Selection of site. The site of the Cemetery shall be determined by the Department with the approval of the Delaware Veterans Affairs Committee or its successor. The site shall be convenient to all veterans of the State and shall meet the necessary standards and guidelines established by the United States Administrator of Veterans Affairs for the location of state-owned veterans cemeteries. In selecting the site, preference shall be given to land which is owned by the State. Land for the site may be acquired by purchase only in the event suitable state-owned land is not available. 64 Del. Laws, c. 46, §  1;
20 DE Code § 1204. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 20 - Military and Civil Defense|Chapter 12. Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery|§ 1204. Eligibility for burial.

§ 1204. Eligibility for burial. (a) Eligibility for interment in the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery is established by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, National Cemetery Administration (NCA Directive 3210) with the following exceptions:  (1) The Veterans Commission of Delaware may impose a residency requirement for interment, except that any person who, for at least 20 years, was a member of the Delaware National Guard or a reserve unit located within Delaware shall not be subject to a residency requirement. (2) Any person who retired honorably as a member of the National Guard or Reserve forces of the United States shall be eligible. (3) Any person who served as a Merchant Marine for a minimum period of 2 years between December 7, 1941, and August 15, 1945, shall be eligible. (b) There shall be no fee charged for any plot and the interment provided to any eligible veteran or member of the armed forces of the United States. The Commission may establish reasonable fees for burial of members of the immediate family of a veteran or armed forces member. (c) Burial in the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery shall be without regard to race, creed, color, sex or national origin. (d) [Repealed.] 64 Del. Laws, c. 46, §  1;  67 Del. Laws, c. 43, §  3;  69 Del. Laws, c. 145, §  3;  69 Del. Laws, c. 415, §  1;  70 Del. Laws, c. 186, §  1;  76 Del. Laws, c. 62, §§  1, 2;  80 Del. Laws, c. 232, § 1;
20 DE Code § 3201. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 20 - Military and Civil Defense|Chapter 32. Intrastate Mutual Aid Compact|§ 3201. Preamble.

§ 3201. Preamble. The purpose of this chapter is to create a system of intrastate mutual aid between participating political subdivisions and fire, rescue and emergency medical service provider organizations in the State of Delaware (hereinafter referred to as “system”). Each participant of this system recognizes that emergencies transcend political jurisdictional boundaries and that intergovernmental coordination is essential for the protection of lives and property and for best use of available assets both public and private. The system shall provide for mutual assistance among the participating political subdivisions and fire, rescue and emergency medical service provider organizations in the prevention of, response to, and recovery from, any disaster that results in a formal state of emergency in a participating political subdivision, subject to that participating political subdivisions criteria for declaration. If the State of Delaware declares a state of emergency that covers the jurisdictional territory of a political subdivision for purposes of this chapter, a state of emergency has been declared by that political subdivision for purposes of this chapter. The system shall provide for mutual cooperation among the participating political subdivisions and fire, rescue and emergency medical service provider organizations in conducting disaster-related exercises, testing or other training activities outside actual declared emergency periods. This chapter provides no immunity, rights or privileges for any individual responding to a state of emergency that is not requested and/or authorized to respond by a participating political subdivision or fire, rescue, or emergency medical service provider organization. Participating political subdivision and fire, rescue, and emergency service provider organizations will be ensured, to the fullest extent possible, eligibility for state and federal disaster funding. 75 Del. Laws, c. 182, §  1;