NRS 223.962: Creation of award; eligibility for award.

1. There is hereby created an award to be known as the Nevada Medal of Distinction.

2. Each year the Nevada Medal of Distinction must be awarded to:

(a) One person who is living and has made a significant and lasting contribution to the State of Nevada; and

(b) One person who is deceased and during his or her lifetime made a significant and lasting contribution to the State of Nevada.

3. The Nevada Medal of Distinction may not be awarded to a person more than once or to an elected officer during his or her term.