Mo. Rev. Stat. § 41.570
Current with changes from the 2023 Legislative Session
The governor is hereby authorized to present, in the name of the state of Missouri, a conspicuous service medal which shall be of suitable design as may be determined by the governor, to individuals designated by him who have done and performed distinguished and conspicuous service or services either civil or military which reflect honorably and creditably upon the state of Missouri.
§ 41.570, RSMo
RSMo 1939 § 15079, A.L. 1951 p. 654 § 79