Vermont Statute, Title 20, Chapter 83 established a Vermont Veterans Medal program.
The Vermont Veterans Medal is awarded to those veterans that meet the following criteria:
- Must have been a Vermont resident when entered military; or be a current Vermont resident; or be a member of a Reserve or Guard unit stationed in Vermont.
- Received an honorable discharge, unless died prior to separation.
- If National Guard/Reserve service only, must have been brought on active duty during a period of conflict.
The Vermont Distinguished Service Medal is awarded to those veterans that meet the following
criteria:
- Must have been a Vermont resident when entered military; or be a current Vermont resident; or be a member of a Reserve or Guard unit stationed in Vermont.
- Received an honorable discharge, unless died prior to separation.
- Must have served in a combat theater, as evidenced by receipt of combat related decorations.
Eligible veterans can have the medals mailed to them or have them presented in-person by the Governor and Adjutant General at the State House. Members of the GVAC attend this ceremony that is held annually during the week of Veterans Day in November.
A fillable application form can be found here: Medal Application Form