Bill
SF 1761
Overview: SF 1761 is a bill that would provide an appropriation to the Hmong Zej Zog organization to preserve the heritage, history, language, and culture of Hmong Minnesotans. The
Overview: SF 1761 is a bill that would provide an appropriation to the Hmong Zej Zog organization to preserve the heritage, history, language, and culture of Hmong Minnesotans. The bill was referred to the Environment, Climate, and Legacy committee after being introduced on February 24, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The main goal of this bill is to support the Hmong Zej Zog organization's efforts to document, maintain, and share the cultural traditions and legacy of the Hmong community in Minnesota.
Key Provisions:
- Appropriates $2 million in funding to the Hmong Zej Zog organization
- Specifies that the funds can be used for initiatives such as language preservation programs, cultural events, historical documentation, and educational outreach
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- The Hmong Zej Zog organization would directly benefit from the additional funding to expand their cultural preservation efforts
- The broader Hmong community in Minnesota would see the positive impacts through increased access to their heritage and traditions
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill is currently in the Environment, Climate, and Legacy committee and will need to progress through the legislative process before being voted on and potentially signed into law.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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