The bill, H.B. No. 4439, proposes the establishment of the Governor's Medal of Service award to honor individuals who have made significant contributions to the state of Texas. The award can be granted to residents who have either honorably retired from public service in state or local government, made extraordinary contributions through their work in the private sector, or served as members of the Texas Legislature. The governor has the discretion to award up to two medals each year.

Additionally, the bill allows the office of the governor to solicit and accept gifts, grants, and donations from both public and private sources to cover expenses related to the administration of the award. The provisions for the Governor's Medal of Service award will be added as Chapter 3108 to Subtitle A, Title 11 of the Government Code, and the act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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