Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB9950

Introduced
10/8/24  

Caption

Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act

Impact

The bill's passage will formally recognize the players' contributions not just in sports but as symbols of resilience and determination during a challenging time in American history. By awarding these medals, Congress aims to honor the athletes' commitment and the inspiration they provided to the nation. Additionally, it highlights the role of sports in shaping American culture and unity, further solidifying the Olympic team's place in history. Medals are proposed to be placed in prominent locations, enhancing public awareness and access to this significant moment in sports history.

Summary

House Bill 9950, titled the 'Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act', aims to award Congressional Gold Medals to members of the 1980 U.S. Olympic Men’s Ice Hockey Team, in recognition of their historic achievement during the 1980 Winter Olympics. This Olympic event saw the amateur collegiate players defeat the highly favored Soviet hockey team, which was a significant moment of national pride and morale for the United States during the Cold War period. The win not only inspired a generation but also transformed the landscape of hockey in the U.S., establishing a legacy still felt today.

Contention

While the bill celebrates an important national event, the recognition may also draw discussion regarding how sporting victories are commemorated at a national level and the resources allocated for such acts of recognition. Given the historical significance of the 1980 'Miracle on Ice', there may not be major public opposition, but it is essential to consider how sporting accolades contribute to wider discourses on national identity and memory. The commemoration of these athletes illustrates the intertwining of politics and sports, and the importance of such narratives in shaping American history.

Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

US HB452

Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act

US SB94

Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act

US HB485

Muhammad Ali Congressional Gold Medal Act

US SB2861

Billie Jean King Congressional Gold Medal Act

US SB366

Muhammad Ali Congressional Gold Medal Act

US HB1437

Buffalo Soldiers Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025

US SB3842

Muhammad Ali Congressional Gold Medal Act

US HB1369

President Jimmy Carter Congressional Gold Medal Act

US HB1626

Edward J. Dwight, Jr., Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025

US HB1277

First Rhode Island Regiment Congressional Gold Medal Act

Similar Bills

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