This bill appropriates funds to support the preservation of the oral histories of Hmong veterans who served in the Secret War in Laos. Specifically, it allocates $150,000 for each of the fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the arts and cultural heritage fund to the commissioner of administration. The funds are designated for a grant to the Special Guerrilla Units Veterans and Families of USA, Inc., which will be responsible for collecting, documenting, archiving, and preserving these important oral histories.

In addition to the preservation efforts, the bill also emphasizes the creation of programming and educational resources aimed at educating the public and future generations about the history, legacy, and cultural heritage of the Hmong community in Minnesota. This initiative seeks to ensure that the contributions and experiences of Hmong veterans are recognized and remembered.