HF1761

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