Thiokol Memorial Gold Medal Act

# Thiokol Memorial Gold Medal Act Summary This bill would authorize Congress to award a gold medal to honor the Thiokol company, likely in recognition of its historical contributions to American aerospace and space exploration. Thiokol is best known for manufacturing solid rocket boosters for the Space Shuttle program and other major space initiatives. The gold medal is a prestigious Congressional honor typically awarded to individuals or organizations for outstanding contributions to American society. The bill would affect Thiokol (now part of Orbital ATK) and would serve as a formal national recognition of the company's role in U.S.

space achievements. Key provisions would likely include authorization for the medal's creation and presentation, though specific details are limited in the available information. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by Congress. As of now, it remains in the early stages of the legislative process.