South Carolina S 947: United States Women’s Hockey Team

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2025-2026 Bill 947 Text of Previous Version (Feb. 24, 2026) - South Carolina Legislature Online 

South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026

Bill 947

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A senate RESOLUTION

TO honor and celebrate THE 2026 UNITED STATES 
WOMEN'S HOCKEY TEAM AND TO RECOGNIZE ALL FEMALE ATHLETES PARTICIPATING IN THE 
2026 WINTER olympic GAMES FOR THEIR DEDICATION, PERSEVERANCE, AND 
REPRESENTATION OF EXCELLENCE IN ATHLETICS AND LEADERSHIP.

Whereas, the South 
Carolina Senate is proud to recognize the outstanding achievements of the members 
of the 2026 United States Women's Hockey Team, whose skill, discipline, and 
teamwork have brought honor to our nation on the international stage; and

Whereas, the 2026 
Winter Games showcase the highest level of global athletic competition, 
bringing together elite athletes who exemplify courage, sacrifice, and 
excellence; and

Whereas, the women of 
Team USA Hockey continue a proud tradition of excellence, resilience, and 
sportsmanship, inspiring generations of young athletes, particularly young 
girls, to pursue their dreams in sports once considered inaccessible to women; 
and

Whereas, since the 
inclusion of women's ice hockey in the Olympic Winter Games in 1998, the United 
States Women's Hockey Team has consistently demonstrated world-class 
performance, competitive excellence, and national pride; and

Whereas, in a time when 
women's sports are too often drawn into divisive political debates and used to 
score partisan points, these athletes have remained focused on competition, 
teamwork, and excellence, rising above the noise and demonstrating that their 
achievements speak for themselves; and

Whereas, the 2026 
Winter Games represent not only athletic competition but also the ongoing 
advancement of equity and opportunity for women in sports, reflecting decades 
of progress under Title IX and the tireless advocacy of women leaders, coaches, 
and athletes; and

Whereas, female 
athletes competing in the 2026 Winter Games across all disciplines, including 
hockey, figure skating, alpine skiing, snowboarding, speed skating, and other 
events, serve as powerful role models who demonstrate leadership, 
determination, and the limitless potential of women and girls; and

Whereas, the dedication 
required to compete at the international level reflects years of sacrifice, 
rigorous training, academic balance, and community support, values that 
resonate deeply with the citizens of South Carolina; and

Whereas, the South 
Carolina Senate is committed to supporting opportunities for women and girls in 
athletics, recognizing that sports participation builds confidence, strengthens 
communities, and fosters leadership both on and off the field of play; and

Whereas, the members of 
the South Carolina Senate celebrate and commend all female athletes 
participating in the 2026 Winter Games for breaking barriers, inspiring future 
generations, and advancing the cause of equity in athletics. Now, therefore,

Be it resolved by the Senate:

That the members of the 
South Carolina Senate, by this resolution, 
honor and celebrate the 2026 United States Women's Hockey team and recognize 
all female athletes participating in the 2026 Winter Olympic Games for their 
dedication, perseverance, and representation of excellence in athletics and 
leadership.

Be it further resolved 
that a copy of this resolution be presented to representatives of USA Hockey.

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