HF1761 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
St. Paul; Hmong Cultural Center of Minnesota facility funding provided, and money appropriated.
Related bill: SF2195
AI Generated Summary
Purpose
Provide a one-time appropriation to support the Hmong Cultural Center of Minnesota in building a new facility in Saint Paul. The money is intended to help the center celebrate Hmong culture and promote cross-cultural awareness.
Main Provisions
- Amount and timing: $2,000,000 in fiscal year 2026.
- Source: General Fund.
- Recipient: Hmong Cultural Center of Minnesota Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
- Use of funds: To predesign, design, construct, renovate, furnish, and equip a building in Saint Paul.
- Activities supported: Programming and resources to celebrate Hmong culture and enhance cross-cultural awareness.
Availability and Conditions
- Status: One-time appropriation.
- Availability: Funds are available until the project is completed or abandoned.
- Legal reference: Subject to Minnesota Statutes section 16A.642 (rules governing appropriation administration and related processes).
Significance / Policy Context
- This bill directs state support toward cultural infrastructure and education by funding a dedicated facility for Hmong cultural programming and cross-cultural understanding in Minnesota.
Relevant Terms
- Hmong Cultural Center of Minnesota Inc.
- Saint Paul (St. Paul)
- General Fund
- commissioner of employment and economic development
- grant
- predesign
- design
- construct
- renovate
- furnish
- equip
- building
- programming
- resources
- celebrate Hmong culture
- cross-cultural awareness
- one-time appropriation
- Minnesota Statutes section 16A.642
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 03, 2025 | House | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Capital Investment | |
| March 05, 2025 | House | Action | Author added |
Citations
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]Progress through the legislative process
In Committee