By: Alyssa Wilson Willie O'Ree, the first Black player for the National Hockey League, will be awarded a Congressional Gold Medal. Democratic Senator Debbie Stabenow from Michigan and Republican Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina introduced the legislation in February, The Hill reported. Now that it has been approved by the Senate, it heads to the House for consideration. RELATED: Tennessee State University Considering Ice Hockey Programs From the hockey arena to serving young athletes in his community, Willie O’Ree’s legacy has inspired generations. I urge my colleagues in the House to pass the Willie O’Ree Congressional Gold Medal Act in recognition of NHL legend Willie […]
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