A RESOLUTION recognizing the 50th anniversary of the Scotia Mine Disaster in Letcher County.

Recognize the 50th anniversary of the Scotia Mine Disaster, the sacrifices of the miners and their families, and the resulting improvement to mine safety.

Introduced: March 13, 2026

Last action: March 27, 2026

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This resolution officially recognizes the 50th anniversary of the Scotia Mine Disaster in Letcher County, honoring the miners who lost their lives and the families who suffered as a result. It also acknowledges how the disaster led to improvements in mine safety standards. Who it may affect: mining communities and families in Letcher County and across Kentucky, particularly those with ties to the Scotia Mine Disaster.

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