Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act

Hozzl · 2025-02-13T06:53:16Z

Explore the details of House Bill 452 Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

2/13/2025, 6:53 AM

Summary of Bill HR 452

Bill 119 hr 452, also known as the "1980 U.S. Olympic Men's Ice Hockey Team Congressional Gold Medal Act," aims to award three Congressional Gold Medals to the members of the 1980 U.S. Olympic Men's Ice Hockey Team. This recognition is in honor of their remarkable achievement at the 1980 Winter Olympics, where they made history by defeating the dominant Soviet hockey team in what became known as the "Miracle on Ice."

The team, comprised of amateur collegiate players, captured the hearts of Americans and revitalized national morale during the height of the Cold War. Their victory was seen as a symbol of American resilience and determination, inspiring generations of athletes and fans alike. The "Miracle on Ice" not only brought pride to the United States but also had a lasting impact on the sport of hockey in the country, helping to popularize and transform the game.

By awarding the Congressional Gold Medals to the members of the 1980 U.S. Olympic Men's Ice Hockey Team, this bill seeks to officially recognize and honor their extraordinary achievement and the lasting legacy they have left on American sports history.

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Current Status of Bill HR 452

Bill HR 452 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 15, 2025. Bill HR 452 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 15, 2025. Bill HR 452's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. as of January 15, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 452

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Total Number of Cosponsors

968

Democrat Cosponsors

190

Republican Cosponsors

778

Unaffiliated Cosponsors

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 452

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 452

To award 3 Congressional Gold Medals to the members of the 1980 U.S. Olympic Men's Ice Hockey Team, in recognition of their extraordinary achievement at the 1980 Winter Olympics where, being comprised of amateur collegiate players, they defeated the dominant Soviet hockey team in the historic "Miracle on Ice", revitalizing American morale at the height of the Cold War, inspiring generations and transforming the sport of hockey in the United States.To award 3 Congressional Gold Medals to the members of the 1980 U.S. Olympic Men's Ice Hockey Team, in recognition of their extraordinary achievement at the 1980 Winter Olympics where, being comprised of amateur collegiate players, they defeated the dominant Soviet hockey team in the historic "Miracle on Ice", revitalizing American morale at the height of the Cold War, inspiring generations and transforming the sport of hockey in the United States.

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