[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 73 (Monday, April 27, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E373]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF TOM MOE

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                          HON. KELLY MORRISON

                              of minnesota

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, April 27, 2026

  Ms. MORRISON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy 
of Tom Moe, a distinguished University of Minnesota student-athlete, 
administrator, and community leader whose contributions left a lasting 
impact on generations of Minnesotans.
  Tom Moe was a standout multi-sport athlete for the University of 
Minnesota in the late 1950s, excelling in both football and baseball. 
He led the Gophers in receiving yards in 1958, was named the football 
team's Most Valuable Player in 1959, and was a member of the 1960 NCAA 
national championship baseball team.
  Following his time as a student-athlete, Mr. Moe built a successful 
career in law and business, becoming a partner and later managing 
partner at Dorsey & Whitney, where he helped grow the firm into one of 
the largest in the Nation. He later returned to the University of 
Minnesota to serve as Director of the Men's Athletic Department, where 
he emphasized academic excellence and helped guide the successful 
merger of the men's and women's programs.
  Mr. Moe also played a key role in laying the foundation for the 
return of on-campus Gopher football, ensuring future generations could 
experience the tradition and spirit of Minnesota athletics. His 
lifelong dedication to the University extended through his family, with 
his children and grandchildren continuing his legacy as student-
athletes.
  Throughout his life, Tom Moe exemplified leadership, integrity, and a 
deep commitment to his community. He will be remembered not only for 
his accomplishments, but for the lasting impact he made on the 
University of Minnesota and the many lives he touched.
  On behalf of the people of Minnesota, I extend my deepest condolences 
to the Moe family and express our gratitude for Tom Moe's extraordinary 
life and legacy.

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