The 2025 Assembly Joint Resolution 40 celebrates the 50th anniversary of significant historical events, including the conclusion of the Vietnam War, the Secret War in Laos, and the Fall of Phnom Penh in Cambodia. These conflicts had a profound impact on millions in Southeast Asia, leading many individuals from Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam to seek refuge in the United States. The resolution acknowledges the rich cultural contributions and resilience of these communities, particularly highlighting Wisconsin's status as home to the third-largest Hmong population in the U.S., with thriving communities in cities such as Appleton, Sheboygan, Green Bay, Wausau, and Milwaukee.

The resolution calls for the Wisconsin Legislature to honor and commemorate the strength, cultural heritage, and contributions of Southeast Asian American communities on this significant anniversary. It recognizes the challenges these communities have overcome and their vital role in enriching the social, cultural, and economic fabric of Wisconsin.