Nominations, due by Dec. 30, can be submitted here. Nominees will be considered under four categories: Single Acts of Heroism, which will be awarded to two citizens; Service Acts; the Young Hero Award for citizens between the ages of 8 and 18; and the Community Service Hero Award for an organization’s exceptional support for members of the military and their families.

For more information about the nomination process, visit the Congressional Medal of Honor Foundation’s Citizen Honors page here.

A look at three of 2017’s winners:

Molly Hudgens (pictured above) of Ashland City, Tennessee, was selected for her courageous act on September 29, 2016, when she prevented a 14-year old middle school student from shooting teachers and administrators at Sycamore Middle School. Hudgens spoke with the student for 45 minutes until he agreed to surrender. No shots were fired during the incident.

Travis Ellis of Senoia, Georgia, was selected for his selfless service in support of veterans through his work with Shepherd’s Men, a nonprofit organization that raises awareness and funds to support post-traumatic stress and traumatic brain injuries among service members. Ellis’ efforts support the patients at the SHARE Military Initiative at Shepherd Center, a PTS and TBI rehab program.

Katelyn Ibarra of Steamboat Springs, Colorado, was selected for her heroism in assisting several citizens injured in a traffic accident. Before emergency medical professionals arrived, Ibarra provided critical first-aid assistance and removed injured passengers from the immediate accident scene. Ibarra was trained in first aid through the Girl Scouts of Colorado.

The awards will be presented by Medal of Honor recipients on National Medal of Honor Day, on March 25.

The decision is the latest hurdle in President Donald Trump’s effort to ban transgender people from serving in the military. The administration argued that transgender recruits would have to overcome a lengthy and strict set of physical, medical and mental conditions, and that the Pentagon is not prepared to begin accepting transgender applicants.

But U.S. District Court Judge Colleen Kollar-Kotelly rejected that argument, noting how much time has passed since the initial ruling in October.

What do you think? Do you agree with the judge’s ruling?

1. What: Arlington National Cemetery Veterans Day Observance

Where & When: Arlington, Va., on Saturday at 10:30 a.m.

The basics: The U.S. Air Force Band will kick off the 64th National Veterans Day Observance followed by a Presidential Armed Forces Full Honors wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at 11 a.m. The Department of Veterans Affairs will host an observance program at the memorial amphitheater directly afterward.

2. What: U.S. Navy Memorial Veterans Day Wreath-Laying Ceremony

Where & When: On Saturday at the U.S. Navy Memorial at the 1 p.m.

The basics: The event will feature guest speaker Command Master Chief Charles Baldwin and include the United States Navy Band and Ceremonial Guard.

3. What: Veterans Day Observance at the Wall

Where & When: On Saturday at 1 p.m. at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial

The basics: The event will feature special remarks from former Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel and Maya Lin, who designed the memorial. In 2016, she was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Barack Obama, the nation’s highest civilian honor.

4. What: National Veterans Day Concert

Where & When: 7-9 p.m. Saturday at the Washington National Cathedral

The basics: This event will feature music by “The President’s Own” United States Marine Chamber Orchestra and the Washington National Cathedral Choir.

5. What: New York City’s Veterans Day Parade

Where & When: On Saturday, the parade will kick off at 11:15 a.m at 26th and Fifth Avenue, heading north on Fifth Avenue to 52nd, where it ends at 3:30 p.m.

The basics: This is the largest Veterans Day event in the nation, with hundreds of thousands of spectators lining the route. The parade features one service every year ― this year it’s the U.S. Air Force.

6. What: City of Chicago Veterans Day Parade

When & Where: Saturday at Soldier Field, Gate 0 at 11 a.m.

The basics: This event will feature a keynote address by Acting Secretary of the Army Ryan McCarthy and speeches by members of each branch of the military. There will be a wreath-laying ceremony at the Doughboy statue, a 21-gun salute, “Taps” and the “Armed Forces Medley.”

7. What: Phoenix Veterans Day Parade

Where & When: On Saturday, the parade kicks off at 11 a.m. where Montebello Drive meets Central Avenue. It will head south on Central Avenue to Camelback Road, turn east on Camelback Road to 7th Street, turn south on 7th Street and end at Indian School Road.

The basics: This is the 20th annual Veterans Day parade. It will feature eight veteran grand marshals, each representing an era of military service dating back to World War II. Over 2,500 people are participating in the parade, including floats, bands and marching units.

8. What: The City of Orlando Veterans Day Parade

Where & When: On Saturday, the parade will kick off at 11 a.m. at Orange Avenue and Robinson Street. The route ends where Robinson Street and Rosalind Avenue intersect.

The basics: This is the City of Orlando’s 18th annual Veterans Day Parade. This year’s theme is Healing the Invisible Wounds of War, placing a special emphasis on the mental and emotional well-being of veterans as well as their families.

9. What: San Francisco Salute to Veterans Parade

Where & When: On Sunday, the parade kicks off at 11 a.m. at the Embarcadero and will wind its way through Fisherman’s Wharf.

The basics: The parade, commemorating the centennial of WWI, will include 100 veterans from Bay Area motorcycle clubs, units from seven San Francisco high school JROTC programs and the Lesbian/Gay Freedom Band among others. A large group of veterans will carry flags of the 50 states.

10. What: Miramar National Cemetery Veterans Day Service

Where & When: Veterans Tribute Tower and Carillon in San Diego, Calif., on Saturday at 4:15-5 p.m.

The basics: The commemorative service will feature guest speaker Congressman Scott Peters with music played by the Carillon, including a rendition of “Taps” at 5 p.m.

11. What: Veterans Day at the Alamo

Where & When: On Saturday at the Alamo from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. There will be a wreath-laying ceremony at 10:00 a.m. and the 323nd Army Band will perform from 10:30-11:30 a.m.

The basics: All active-duty members of the military and veterans are invited to tour the Alamo for free with one guest.

12. What: San Antonio Veterans Day Parade and Tobin Center Wreath-Laying Ceremony

Where & When: 451 Jefferson Street, San Antonio on Saturday. There will be a JROTC drill team competition at 8 a.m. The wreath-laying ceremony will be at 10:00 a.m. with the parade kicking off at 12 p.m.

The basics: The wreath-laying ceremony will include one member from each branch of the military carrying a wreath to the Alamo.

13. What: Moving Wall Memorial Visits Fayetteville

Where & When: The U.S. Army Airborne & Special Operations Museum in Fayetteville, N.C., will be host to the Wall through Monday, and there will be a dedication ceremony on Saturday at 1 p.m.

The basics: The half-size replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., that tours the nation will be in Fayetteville for 5 days.

14. What: Jacksonville Veterans Day Parade

Where & When: On Saturday the parade will kick off at EverBank Field at 10:15 a.m. The route will continue down Bay Street to Newnan Street, follow to Independent Street, which turns in to Water Street, and will end at the Prime Osborn Convention Center.

The basics: The parade will feature over 4,000 participants, and spectators are encouraged to wear red, white, and blue and bring their flags.

Here are 5 facts about John Barry:

1. Barry set a record by traveling 237 miles by dead reckoning in a 24-hour period ― the fastest known sailing day recorded in the 1700s.

2. Barry volunteered for President George Washington by serving as his courier, helping to facilitate the crossing of the Delaware and participating in the battles of Trenton and Princeton.

3. When Congress formally established the U.S. Navy in March 1794, Barry became not only the first commissioned officer, but also the first flag officer in the sea of service.

4. Barry fought the last sea battle of the Revolutionary War off the coast of Cape Canaveral, Fla., in March 1793, which also marked the last battle fought by a Continental Navy ship, the USS Alliance.

5. Barry’s brother-in-law William Austin, a Tory, is believed to have come aboard the frigate Effingham to promise him 20,000 gold guineas plus command of a Royal Navy ship to surrender the frigate to the British. But Barry simply rejected the proposition and “spurned the eyedee of being a treater.”

An in-depth profile on John Barry appears in the January 2018 issue of Military History, a Military Times sister publication. For more information on Military History, and all of the HistoryNet publications visit historynet.com.

Bergdahl made what‘s known as a “naked plea” without striking a deal with prosecutors in hopes of leniency from the judge. “I understand that leaving was against the law,” Bergdahl admitted to the judge, Col. Jeffrey R. Nance, during his pretrial hearing.

Bergdahl spent five years captive of the Taliban after deserting his post, prompting intense search and rescue efforts. He was ultimately released in a prisoner swap for five Guantanamo Bay detainees.

What do you think?

One group in particular is opening lawmakers’ eyes to the positive impact from cannabis studies and discussing the challenges vets face from opiod addiction. Members of the Veterans Cannabis Project are hoping their efforts will help lawmakers pressure members of the Trump administration who remain staunchly opposed.

The Department of Veterans Affairs is among those against loosening restrictions, arguing that while marijuana remains a Schedule 1 drug, federal law restricts the agency’s ability to conduct research that involves the drug.

What do you think?

In his call to offer his condolences to the wife of Sgt. La David Johnson, Trump allegedly said, “But you know he must’ve known what he signed up for.” The conversation was reportedly upsetting for the widow, according to Florida Rep. Frederica Wilson. However, Trump, in a Tweet and White House statement, denied he made such a remark.

Some say Trump’s alleged response was insensitive and inconsiderate,while others say this shouldn’t be an issue at all.

One White House official said, “The president’s conversations with the families of American heroes who have made the ultimate sacrifice are private.”

What do you think?