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Senate Honors 1980 Hockey Team with Gold Medals

9/12/2025

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The U.S. Senate passed the "Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act," honoring the 1980 U.S. men’s hockey team.
The act awards three gold medals, to be displayed at the Lake Placid Olympic Center, U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Museum, and U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame.
It received bipartisan support, with 299 co-sponsors in the House, including Senators Chuck Schumer and Kevin Cramer.
This legislation marks the 50th anniversary of the team's historic Olympic victory, which inspired the nation.
Notable players include Mike Eruzione and Jim Craig, key contributors to the iconic win.

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The U.S. Senate passed the "Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act," honoring the 1980 U.S. men’s hockey team.
The act awards three gold medals, to be displayed at the Lake Placid Olympic Center, U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Museum, and U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame.
It received bipartisan support, with 299 co-sponsors in the House, including Senators Chuck Schumer and Kevin Cramer.
This legislation marks the 50th anniversary of the team's historic Olympic victory, which inspired the nation.
Notable players include Mike Eruzione and Jim Craig, key contributors to the iconic win.