To direct the Secretary of Defense to establish and award a decoration, to be known as the "Coalition of the Willing Medal", to members of the military services of nations participating with the United States in Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom.

H.R. 5271 would authorize the Secretary of Defense to create a new military decoration called the "Coalition of the Willing Medal." This medal would be awarded to members of foreign militaries who served alongside U.S. forces during Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan or Operation Iraqi Freedom. The bill’s primary purpose is to provide a formal way for the United States to recognize the contributions and service of international allies who participated in these specific military campaigns.