This bill, titled the "Robert Lodge Medal of Honor Act" , authorizes the President to award the Medal of Honor to Robert Lodge. This authorization is specifically for acts of valor he performed as a member of the Air Force during the Vietnam War. Crucially, the legislation waives all applicable time limitations , including those specified in section 9274 of title 10, United States Code, which would typically restrict the awarding of such medals. This allows for the recognition of his actions on May 10, 1972, despite the passage of time.