The 2025 Senate Joint Resolution 49 commemorates Hmong-Lao Veterans Day and honors the Hmong-Lao veterans who fought alongside the United States during the Vietnam War. It acknowledges the recruitment and support provided by the CIA and U.S. Armed Forces to Hmong-Lao forces, who faced significant dangers and retribution after the war, leading many to flee their homes. The resolution highlights the historical significance of May 14, 1975, when the last Hmong-Lao soldiers and their families left Laos for a refugee camp in Thailand, eventually resettling in various communities across the United States, including Wisconsin.

In accordance with Wisconsin Act 31, May 14 is designated as a day to express gratitude to Hmong-Lao veterans for their service and sacrifices, while also encouraging educational institutions to include their contributions in discussions about the Vietnam War. The resolution recognizes the efforts of the Wisconsin Lao Veterans of America in promoting awareness of Hmong-Lao veterans' roles and contributions. The Wisconsin Legislature officially declares May 14, 2025, and May 14, 2026, as Hmong-Lao Veterans Day, paying tribute to the bravery and honor of these veterans.