Expresses support for: (1) the goals and ideals of Hockey is For Everyone Month; (2) the strengthening of youth hockey programming for underprivileged youth to combat childhood obesity, youth violence, and educational problems; (3) engaging diverse community development through the support of nonprofit youth hockey clubs; and (4) the use of hockey as a rehabilitative tool for wounded veterans and disabled children.
Recognizes Willie O'Ree as the first black player in the National Hockey League.