Does a recommendation for a medal require dual endorsement?

A recommendation for a medal indeed requires dual endorsement, meaning that it must be signed by both the recommending official and a higher authority. This process ensures that there is a thorough review of the recommendation, validating that it meets the established criteria for the award.

Having both endorsements serves to maintain the integrity of the awards process, allowing for multiple levels of oversight and increasing the likelihood that only deserving individuals receive honors. This structured approach helps to standardize the evaluation process and provides a checks-and-balances system that enhances fairness and legitimacy in awarding medals.

The requirement for dual endorsement reflects a recognition of the importance of the award and the comprehensive nature of the evaluation needed to support it.