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Three gold medals honor 1980 Miracle on Ice team at museums

Also known as: Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act

Key Points

  • Congress creates three gold medals to honor the 1980 United States men’s hockey team that beat the Soviet team.
  • The medals will be displayed in Lake Placid, New York; Eveleth, Minnesota; and Colorado Springs, Colorado.
  • The United States Mint covers the cost, and bronze copies can be sold to pay it back. No new taxes or fees.
  • This is a symbolic honor. It does not change any services, programs, or rules for the public.
  • The law celebrates a sports moment that lifted national spirits and helped grow hockey in the United States.
National Security

Milestones

13 milestones27 actions
Dec 12, 2025

Became Public Law No: 119-53.

Dec 12, 2025

Became Public Law No: 119-53.

Dec 12, 2025

Signed by President.

Dec 12, 2025

Signed by President.

Dec 1, 2025House

Presented to President.

Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act

Bill NumberHR 452
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionPresented to President.

Sponsor

Cosponsors

(250)
D: 75R: 175

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