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Representatives Debbie Dingell (MI-06) and Tim Walberg (MI-05), Deans of the Michigan congressional delegation, today led their colleagues in introducing a bipartisan resolution honoring the Michigan athletes who competed in the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy.

“Michigan is incredibly proud of these outstanding athletes who have represented our state and our nation with determination, discipline, and heart. Each of them has demonstrated the power of hard work and perseverance. They inspire the next generation of Michiganders to dream big and carry forward our state’s proud tradition of excellence on the world stage,” said Rep. Dingell.

"As the Winter 2026 Olympics come to a close, we celebrate the Michiganders who represented our great state and our country with distinction. Their grit, determination, and hard work while competing on the world stage truly embody the values we all hold dear. Michigan is proud of your accomplishments and grateful for the inspiration you have given to families and young athletes across our state," said Rep. Walberg.

The following Michigan athletes competed at the Olympic Games:

• Kaila Kuhn – freestyle skiing
• Nick Baumgartner – snowboarding
• Winter Vinecki – freestyle skiing
• Dylan Larkin – men’s ice hockey
• Megan Keller – women’s ice hockey
• Emilea Zingas – figure skating
• Zach Werenski – men’s ice hockey
• Kyle Connor – men’s ice hockey
• Connor Hellebuyck – men’s ice hockey
• Evan Bates – figure skating
• Jack Hughes – men’s ice hockey
• Kirsten Simms – women’s ice hockey
• Quinn Hughes – men’s ice hockey
• Jake Vedder – snowboarding
• Christina Carreira – figure skating

Read the full text of the resolution here.