This Senate resolution expresses official support for the United States Olympic and Paralympic Teams (Team USA) competing at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in Italy. It notes dates and some participation numbers: the 2026 Olympic Games run February 6–22, 2026, with over 2,900 athletes from 93 countries in 16 sports and 116 medal events; the 2026 Paralympic Games run March 6–15, 2026, with about 665 athletes from more than 50 countries in 16 sports and 79 events. The resolution records that Team USA has won 5,514 total medals in past Olympic and Paralympic Games and states that the United States plans to send 232 athletes (115 women and 117 men) to the 2026 Olympic Games. It applauds athletes, coaches, and families; commends Italy and local hosts for their work to provide safe and secure Games; supports Team USA athletes at the 2026 Games; and affirms a commitment to safety and security for the 2028 Los Angeles Summer Games (including events in Los Angeles and Oklahoma City) and the 2034 Utah Winter Games.
This resolution is a formal expression of support by the Senate. It praises athletes and thanks hosts, and it says the Senate supports safety for future Games. It does not itself change laws, create programs, or provide funding. It mainly signals Congressional support and recognition.
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Supporters say Team USA’s athletes show sportsmanship, dedication, and achievement. Proponents praise the athletes, coaches, and families who support them, thank Italy and local hosts for preparing safe Games, and state a desire to ensure safe and secure conditions for future U.S.-hosted Games in 2028 and 2034.
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