Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act
Three gold medals honor 1980 Miracle on Ice team at museums
Signed Into Law
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Legislative Progress
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.
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Milestones
Became Public Law No: 119-53.
The President signed it. This is now the law of the land.
Signed by President.
The President signed it. This is now the law of the land.
Presented to President.
Both chambers passed identical text. The President has 10 days to sign it into law or veto it.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On motion that the House suspend the rules and agree to the Senate amendment Agreed to by voice vote.
The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act
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