[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 42 (Thursday, March 5, 2026)]
[House]
[Page H2454]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     CONGRATULATING CHARLIE McAVOY

  (Ms. GILLEN asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. GILLEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Charlie McAvoy, 
a proud native of Long Beach and New York-4 on representing the United 
States at the 2026 Winter Olympics and bringing home a gold medal as a 
member of the men's ice hockey team.
  Charlie's journey from local rinks to the very top of the Olympic 
podium is a very powerful testament to his talent, dedication, and 
discipline. His success stands as a model for aspiring athletes not 
only across Long Island but across our country.
  Charlie's story sends a clear and inspiring message: Greatness can 
grow from our neighborhoods, our schools, and our hometown arenas. With 
hard work, resilience, and belief in yourself, Mr. Speaker, dreams that 
begin at home can carry you to the highest stages in the world.
  On behalf of Long Island, I extend our heartfelt congratulations to 
Charlie and his family. We thank him for representing our community and 
our country.
  May his achievement remain a source of pride for Long Islanders and 
an inspiration for generations to come.

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