[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 35 (Wednesday, February 24, 2021)]
[House]
[Pages H597-H598]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                HONORING THE LIFE OF SHERIFF RANDY ROYAL

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from 
Georgia (Mr. Carter) for 5 minutes.
  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in remembrance of 
Sheriff Randy Royal, who recently passed away at the age of 57.
  Sheriff Royal served Ware County in Waycross, Georgia, to the best of 
his ability throughout his four terms. He was known as a man of faith 
and deep commitment to bettering his community and those around him. 
Everyone he worked with can attest to his exceptional work ethic, 
focus, and innovative mindset.
  Sheriff Royal selflessly worked without ever complaining, and his 
legacy will surely last for countless years to come. I am thankful for 
the life he lived, as Waycross is better off because of him.
  My thoughts and prayers go out to Sheriff Royal's family, friends, 
coworkers, and all who knew him during this most difficult time.


                 Mighty Eighth Museum 25th Anniversary

  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to wish a happy 25 
birthday to the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force.
  Located only minutes from downtown Savannah, where the Eighth Air 
Force was activated in 1942, the museum features over 90,000 square 
feet of exhibits, interactive displays, historical artifacts, and a 
remarkable collection of aviation art.
  Throughout its existence, the Mighty Eighth Museum has preserved 
stories of courage, character, and patriotism displayed by the men and 
women of the Eighth Air Force from World War II to the present.
  One of the projects they worked on in recent years, is the B-17 
restoration project. Once completed, the B-17 Flying Fortress ``City of 
Savannah'' will be restored to its full combat configuration, including 
operational systems and components. The goal of the project is to make 
the finest static B-17 bomber display in the world.
  As the former mayor of Pooler, I have a deep appreciation for the 
museum and its contributions to the Pooler community. I am thankful for 
all of the Mighty Eighth's wonderful volunteers and workers throughout 
the past 25 years, and I am especially grateful for the men and women 
the museum honors.


                  Thiokol Chemical Explosion Woodbine

  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to remember and 
honor those who lost their lives or were injured during the tragic 
explosion that occurred 50 years ago at Thiokol Chemical in Woodbine.
  On Wednesday, February 3, 1971, a fire at the Thiokol munitions 
factory just outside of Woodbine triggered a chain reaction of blazes, 
culminating with an explosion that filled the sky with flames.
  The horrible event caused the loss of 29 lives and at least 50 others 
were injured. Those employees were heroes, as they were working to help 
our country during wartime with commitment and courage.
  Following the event, the Thiokol Memorial Project was founded to keep 
the story of that terrible day alive and to remember the victims.
  I have had the pleasure of meeting folks from the organization and I 
have been encouraged by the work they have done to ensure every victim 
is properly remembered and honored. The Thiokol Memorial Project 
maintains a beautiful exhibit in Kingsland, Georgia.
  Although it has been 50 years, the event and the victims will never 
be forgotten.


                   Recognizing Pharmacies Nationwide

  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
pharmacies assisting in the COVID-19 vaccine administration across the 
country.
  Thanks to former President Trump's Operation Warp Speed, the vaccine 
is now available to about 6,500 pharmacies nationwide. It is expected 
that the COVID-19 vaccine will eventually be shipped to roughly 40,000 
pharmacies across the country.
  Many of the participating pharmacies have gone above and beyond in 
their administration of the vaccine doses. For instance, recently, at 
Costco in Oregon, an elderly couple scheduled vaccinations for 
themselves within 20

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minutes and reported the efficiency and safety in receiving the doses.
  As a lifelong pharmacist, I thoroughly understand the vital role 
pharmacists play in fighting viruses, from administering flu shots to 
COVID-19 vaccines.
  Mr. Speaker, I want to thank all participating pharmacies for their 
diligent work in ensuring safe and effective vaccine administration 
across the country. We can look forward to a brighter future because of 
them.

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