Bill · H.Res. 1070· House(119-HRES-1070)
Congratulating the Olympians and Paralympians of Michigan who competed in the 2026 Olympics and Paralympics in Italy.
- Introduced
- 2/23/2026
- Last activity
- 2/23/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Debbie Dingell
- Cosponsors
- - 5 - 7
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution was introduced to congratulate the Olympians and Paralympians from Michigan who competed in the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics and Paralympics in Italy. The text notes that the participants honored the nation through dedication and patriotism. It highlights the specific athletes from Michigan across various sports such as skiing, ice hockey, snowboarding, and figure skating. Additionally, the resolution recognizes the role of players, coaches, and support staff. Finally, it honors the unifying nature of these games and their role in promoting a peaceful society.
Yes· 3 of 7
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?+2
The resolution specifically recognizes the achievements of the Paralympians.
Does this expand the rights of people with disabilities?+2
The resolution specifically honors the accomplishments of the Paralympians.
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?+1
The resolution honors collegiate athletes who are typically in the young adult demographic.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Recognition of Athletes: The resolution congratulates Michigan Olympians and Paralympians and honors their heroic efforts and accomplishments at the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics and Paralympics (Resolution sections 1 and 2).
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Recognition of Support Systems: The resolution recognizes the achievements of players, coaches, and support staff who are instrumental in a United States victory (Resolution section 3).
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Promotion of Societal Values: The resolution honors the unifying nature of the games and their role in promoting a peaceful society concerned with the preservation of human dignity (Resolution section 4).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are mentioned in the text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For People With Disabilities+2Good For Students+1Good For Women+1Good For Young Adults+1
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Disability Rights+2
- Education And Technology
- Improves College Affordability+1
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+1
- 2/23/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- 12 Cosponsors added.
Jack BergmanRepublican · Michigan
Tom BarrettRepublican · Michigan
Bill HuizengaRepublican · Michigan
John JamesRepublican · Michigan
Lisa McClainRepublican · Michigan
John MoolenaarRepublican · Michigan
Kristen McDonald RivetDemocrat · Michigan
Haley StevensDemocrat · Michigan
Hillary ScholtenDemocrat · Michigan
Rashida TlaibDemocrat · Michigan
Shri ThanedarDemocrat · Michigan
Tim WalbergRepublican · Michigan