Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to provide financial support to the Hmong American Mediation Center. This funding will help facilitate culturally specific dialogue and outreach initiatives.

Main Provisions

• The bill allocates $75,000 for the fiscal year 2026 from Minnesota's arts and cultural heritage fund.
• This amount is specifically appropriated to the commissioner of administration, who will then grant it to the Hmong American Mediation Center.

Significant Changes

• The bill introduces new funding dedicated specifically to support cultural mediation and outreach within the Hmong community.
• It emphasizes the importance of culturally specific programs, which are tailored to the unique needs and traditions of the Hmong community in Minnesota.

Relevant Terms

grant, Hmong American Mediation Center, arts and cultural heritage fund, culturally specific outreach, Minnesota legislature