Congressman Bennie Thompson’s Statement on Medgar Evers Bill

Congressman Bennie Thompson's Statement on Medgar Evers Bill

WASHINGTON—U.S. Representative Bennie G. Thompson released the following statement on reintroducing the Medgar Evers Home National Monument Act:

"I am honored, in my capacity as Congressman of the Second Congressional District of Mississippi, to author this legislation to honor the sacrifice of Civil Rights Icon Medgar Evers and his widow, Myrlie, by designating their home as a National Monument. This legislation is of great personal importance to me," Thompson said. "I, like many others, was inspired by the magnitude of determination Mr. Evers showed by dedicating himself to others and fighting against adversity. The designation of his home is an everlasting tribute to his legacy."

Due to bipartisan efforts last Congress, this legislation passed through the Committee on Natural Resources and ultimately passed the House by unanimous consent. "I am re-introducing this legislation, and I look forward to the Senate passing the same legislation so that we can finally get this done. I am asking that we make this happen and honor the legacy of an icon in American history, Medgar Wiley Evers."

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