[Barrett]

I'm reliably informed that during the Bosnian/Kosovo flail the USAF awarded Silver and Bronze Stars for "combat support" in the US, including planning work. There's also speculation that Air Medals will be presented for "combat air patrols" over New York, DC, etc.
the latter are doing baaad things to readiness. The immense number of flight hours eat deeply into airframe and engine life and prevent meaningful training in more urgent realms. But it seems to be what We The People want done... :P