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
This bill proposes a $2,000,000 appropriation from Minnesota's general fund in fiscal year 2026 to support the Hmong Cultural Center of Minnesota, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. The grant, managed by the commissioner of employment and economic development, will be used for the predesign, design, construction, renovation, furnishing, and equipping of a facility in St. Paul. The center will provide programming and resources to celebrate Hmong culture and promote cross-cultural awareness. The funding is one-time and remains available until the project is either completed or abandoned, in accordance with Minnesota Statutes, section 16A.642.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
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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"Funds allocated specifically for design and construction of a cultural center."
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"summary": "This bill appropriates funds for the Hmong Cultural Center of Minnesota and references the statute 16A.642 concerning the availability of appropriations.",
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]Progress through the legislative process
In Committee