Bill Overview
Title: Heroes of the Warsaw Ghetto Congressional Gold Medal Act
Description: This bill provides for the award of a Congressional Gold Medal posthumously to commemorate the participants in the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising who led an armed resistance against Nazi occupiers.
Sponsors: Rep. Keating, William R. [D-MA-9]
Target Audience
Population: People who are descendants or associated communities of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising participants
Estimated Size: 50000
- This bill awards a Congressional Gold Medal commemorating participants of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising.
- The Warsaw Ghetto Uprising involved Jewish residents of the Warsaw Ghetto in Poland during World War II.
- The bill focuses on posthumously honoring these individuals, meaning the direct recipients of the medal are deceased.
- Indirectly, survivors, their descendants, and communities that honor their memory will be impacted by this recognition.
- As the event is historical, the descendants of those involved and communities commemorating them globally could feel recognition and validation of their history.
Reasoning
- The policy aims to award a Congressional Gold Medal honoring the memory of Warsaw Ghetto Uprising participants, impacting descendants and communities culturally connected to this legacy.
- Given the historical nature, the immediate direct impact is emotional and cultural, affecting primarily Jewish communities and descendants of those involved.
- The broader U.S. population is unlikely to experience direct changes in wellbeing, aside from increased awareness in communities.
- The budget primarily supports the recognition event, limiting the scope; impacts are indirect and focused in specific community groups.
- The impact in terms of wellbeing could be higher among individuals with close familial connections or those involved in cultural remembrance without broader economic effects.
Simulated Interviews
Teacher (New York, NY)
Age: 35 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 3/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm grateful for this recognition, it brings justice to a forgotten chapter.
- This medal honors the bravery of my ancestors and our community's resilience.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Historian (Chicago, IL)
Age: 60 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This recognition is essential for educating future generations about heroism under tyranny.
- It's a historical corrective but has limited direct societal impact.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
Lawyer (Los Angeles, CA)
Age: 42 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 4.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The policy is a meaningful form of recognition, fostering a sense of justice among Jewish diaspora.
- While symbolic, it enriches our history and collective memory.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
Entrepreneur (Miami, FL)
Age: 28 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm glad to see historical bravery being recognized, even if it's symbolic for my community.
- This policy doesn't change my life directly, but it's a good reminder of resilience.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
Social Worker (Boston, MA)
Age: 55 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The medal is a positive step for historical justice.
- It will inspire educational programs but has no personal bearing on my wellbeing.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Retired Engineer (Phoenix, AZ)
Age: 70 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 4/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy brings long-deserved recognition of our history.
- While purely symbolic, the act supports our dignity and remembrance.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 5 | 5 |
Artist (San Francisco, CA)
Age: 33 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 3.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Recognizing such history is vital, even if it's symbolic economically.
- My work benefits from historical awareness.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Policy Analyst (Washington, D.C.)
Age: 49 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 20/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The policy is a good precedent for historical recognitions, though its impact is largely symbolic.
- Emphasizes the importance of historical education.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 6 |
Public Relations Specialist (Dallas, TX)
Age: 40 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 4.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Recognizing courage historically is empowering for the community.
- It's a step towards acknowledging the narratives of overlooked heroes.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Software Developer (Seattle, WA)
Age: 27 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 18/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I see the policy as an educational inspiration, though its personal impact is minimal for me.
- It's important to keep such memories alive.”
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $30000 (Low: $25000, High: $35000)
Year 2: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 3: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 5: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 10: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Year 100: $0 (Low: $0, High: $0)
Key Considerations
- The primary focus of the bill is symbolic recognition, which carries more cultural and historical significance than economic impact.
- While there may be minimal operational costs for the ceremonies or events related to the awarding of the medal, these costs are generally absorbed by existing budget allocations for Congressional operating expenses.