Why This Matters
The Thiokol Memorial Gold Medal Act honors the lives lost in a tragic explosion at the Thiokol plant in Georgia. It recognizes the contributions of these workers and the emergency responders who assisted during the disaster.
If you care about honoring those who sacrificed their lives in service to the country, this bill is significant.
Affects: The families of the 29 victims and the community in southeast Georgia are directly affected by this bill.
What changes is this bill making?
1. This bill awards a Congressional Gold Medal to the victims of the Thiokol plant explosion. 2. The explosion occurred on February 3, 1971, and killed 29 people. 3. Many of the victims were African American women working in munitions manufacturing. 4. The bill recognizes their sacrifice and contribution to the nation during the Vietnam War. 5. It honors the emergency responders who helped during the disaster.
Who is affected?
The families of the 29 victims and the community in southeast Georgia are directly affected by this bill.