The bill appropriates funds to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Hmong and Southeast Asian communities in Minnesota. It allocates a total of $500,000 from the arts and cultural heritage fund for fiscal year 2025, with $300,000 designated for statewide historic and cultural grants to various organizations, including cultural community and veterans organizations. These grants will be administered by the Minnesota Historical Society through a competitive process and are available until June 30, 2026.

Additionally, the bill allocates $200,000 for activities aimed at preparing and coordinating community commemoration programs specifically celebrating the Hmong American community and the arrival of the first Hmong family in Minnesota in October 1975. This funding is also available until June 30, 2026, ensuring that the contributions and history of these communities are recognized and celebrated throughout the state.