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HCR 24

Congratulates Shen Yun Performing Arts on their 20th anniversary

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Ben Keathley

Missouri recognizes Shen Yun Performing Arts for its 20-year anniversary and promotes its promotion of traditional Chinese culture and humanitarian values through global performanc

Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
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Bill Summary · HCR 24

Overview

Missouri House Concurrent Resolution (HCR) 24, introduced in the 2026 session, expresses recognition and congratulations to Shen Yun Performing Arts on the occasion of its 20th anniversary tour. The resolution is a symbolic, ceremonial measure without the force of law or regulatory effect.

Purpose and Intent

  • Acknowledges Shen Yun Performing Arts as a nonprofit Chinese classical dance and music company founded in New York in 2006.
  • Commends the organization for promoting traditional Chinese culture, virtues, and spirituality through its performances.
  • Recognizes Shen Yun’s reach, including tours that extend to cities in Missouri (e.g., St. Louis, Kansas City, Springfield) and its global touring presence.
  • Addresses broader themes related to cultural heritage, resilience, and the humanitarian aspects of Shen Yun’s work, particularly in the face of repression described in relation to Falun Dafa and actions attributed to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).

Key Provisions

  • The Missouri General Assembly “applauds the humanitarian efforts” of Shen Yun Performing Arts.
  • Congratulates Shen Yun on its worldwide success and its 20th anniversary tour.
  • Directs the Chief Clerk of the Missouri House of Representatives to prepare a properly inscribed copy of the resolution for Shen Yun.

Who Is Affected

  • Shen Yun Performing Arts: receives formal recognition and ceremonial commendation from Missouri's General Assembly.
  • Missouri communities and audiences: benefit from a formal acknowledgment of the cultural contributions of Shen Yun, including those in Missouri where the company performs.
  • Members of the Missouri General Assembly: participate in a symbolic gesture of support and recognition.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced by Rep. Keathley and co-sponsored by Rep. Ben Keathley.
  • Legislative history:
    • Read Second Time: January 8, 2026.
    • Read First Time: January 7, 2026.
    • Referred to Emerging Issues (H) on May 15, 2026.
  • As a concurrent resolution, it requires passage by both the Missouri House and Senate and would not create new law or budgetary implications.
  • If approved, the Chief Clerk is instructed to deliver an inscribed copy to Shen Yun.

Summary

HCR 24 is a ceremonial, non-binding resolution recognizing Shen Yun Performing Arts for its 20-year anniversary and its role in promoting traditional Chinese culture and humanitarian values. It notes challenges faced by Shen Yun and Falun Dafa in China and publicly commends the organization for its global performances, including those in Missouri. The bill includes a directive to prepare an inscribed copy for Shen Yun upon passage.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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