Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act
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This law awards the Congressional Gold Medal — one of the highest civilian honors the United States government can give — to the 1980 U.S. Olympic men's hockey team, commonly known for the "Miracle on Ice." That team, made up of amateur and college players, famously defeated the heavily favored Soviet Union team during the 1980 Winter Olympics in Lake Placid, New York, and went on to win the gold medal. The award formally recognizes their historic achievement on behalf of the American people.
The Congressional Gold Medal is a symbolic honor rather than a financial reward. Typically, these medals are struck by the U.S. Mint and presented in a ceremony to the recipients or their representatives. In some cases, replica medals are also made available for public purchase. The honor is meant to express the nation's gratitude and recognition for an extraordinary contribution to American history, culture, or society.
This law directly affects the surviving members of that 1980 U.S. hockey team, as well as the families of any members who have since passed away. More broadly, it serves as an official national acknowledgment of a moment widely remembered as a powerful symbol of American spirit during a tense period in the Cold War. The bill passed through Congress and was signed into law by the President, becoming Public Law No. 119-53.
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Became Public Law No: 119-53.
December 12, 2025
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Signed by President.
Dec 12, 2025Became Public Law No: 119-53.
Dec 12, 2025Became Public Law No: 119-53.
Dec 12, 2025Signed by President.
Dec 12, 2025Presented to President.
Dec 1, 2025Presented to President.
Dec 1, 2025Mr. Williams (TX) moved that the House suspend the rules and agree to the Senate amendment. (consideration: CR H4274)
Sep 15, 2025DEBATE - The House proceeded with 40 minutes of debate on the motion to suspend the rules and agree to the Senate amendment to H.R. 452.
Sep 15, 2025Resolving differences -- House actions: On motion that the House suspend the rules and agree to the Senate amendment Agreed to by voice vote.
Sep 15, 2025On motion that the House suspend the rules and agree to the Senate amendment Agreed to by voice vote.
Sep 15, 2025Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Sep 15, 2025Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Sep 9, 2025Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.
Sep 8, 2025Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR S6439)
Sep 8, 2025Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR S6439-6440)
Sep 8, 2025Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs discharged by Unanimous Consent.
Sep 8, 2025Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs discharged by Unanimous Consent.
Sep 8, 2025Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Apr 29, 2025DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 452.
Apr 28, 2025Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1633-1634)
Apr 28, 2025On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H1633-1634)
Apr 28, 2025Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Apr 28, 2025Mr. Davidson moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
Apr 28, 2025Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1633)
Apr 28, 2025Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.
Jan 15, 2025Introduced in House
Jan 15, 2025Introduced in House
Jan 15, 2025