Minnesota Bills

This Senate resolution honors the life and legacy of Lionel Rosenblatt, a diplomat who protected Hmong refugees after the Vietnam War. The document formally recognizes his humanitarian work in resettling thousands of families who fled persecution in Laos. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to create an official copy of the resolution and send it to Rosenblatt's family. This measure serves as a commemorative tribute rather than changing laws or policies.

Senate Resolution 95 is a formal recognition honoring Dr. Phua Xiong and the St. Paul Family Medical Center for their contributions to healthcare and the Hmong community. The bill declares Dr. Xiong a pioneer for being one of the first Hmong American women to become a physician and acknowledges her 25 years of running a clinic that provides culturally competent care. It formally expresses the Senate's gratitude for her leadership in advancing opportunities for Hmong women and girls while directing the Secretary of the Senate to send an official copy of the resolution to her.

This bill authorizes the state to issue up to $3 million in bonds to fund infrastructure improvements for the Infinity Center in Breckenridge. The funds will be used to acquire property, design and build a parking lot, and extend municipal utilities to support the expansion of the regional recreation and wellness complex. The money will be provided as a grant to the city through the commissioner of employment and economic development. This legislation is a capital investment measure that does not affect individual taxpayers directly but relies on state bond proceeds.

This Senate resolution formally recognizes the growth and success of Cypher Side Dance School and its founder, Lue Thao. The document highlights the school's expansion from a small group of students to over 300 participants and its significant community contributions, including performances at major events like the Super Bowl and the Minnesota Timberwolves' halftime shows. It also notes the school's resilience after an electrical fire and its recent receipt of legislative funding and various community awards. Ultimately, the bill serves as a commemorative gesture to congratulate the school and wish it continued success without enacting any new laws or policies.

This Senate resolution honors the founders and leaders of the Women's Association of Hmong and Lao, Inc. for their historic work in advancing the rights and empowerment of Hmong women and girls in Minnesota. The bill formally recognizes the organization's 1978 establishment by pioneering women who challenged cultural barriers to provide essential services, mentorship, and advocacy against issues like domestic violence. By issuing this commendation, the Senate acknowledges the group's lasting impact on community leadership and equity without changing any laws or policies.

This Senate resolution formally recognizes and honors the organizers of "From Mountains to Lakes: The Museums We Carry," an event dedicated to preserving Hmong culture and facilitating intergenerational learning. The bill specifically acknowledges the Minnesota Humanities Center and the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community for their leadership in bringing elders, educators, and community leaders together to share knowledge and protect cultural identity. By passing this resolution, the Minnesota Senate expresses gratitude to these groups and all Indigenous and Hmong culture bearers without altering any laws or government operations. The measure serves as a symbolic gesture to celebrate the importance of cultural continuity and community unity within the state.

This Senate resolution honors the life and legacy of Za Xiong John Thao, a veteran and community leader from Minnesota. The document formally recognizes his service as a young soldier in the Secret War in Laos and his subsequent achievements as an educated father, teacher, and advocate. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to create an official copy of the resolution and send it to Thao's family. This measure serves as a commemorative gesture rather than a change to laws or regulations.

This Senate resolution designates September 1, 2025, as Hmong Minnesota Day at the Minnesota State Fair. The measure honors the Hmong community's history, including their service in Laos and their resettlement in Minnesota following the Vietnam War. By officially recognizing this date, the bill acknowledges the cultural contributions of the approximately 94,000 Hmong-Americans living in the state. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not alter laws or create new government programs but serves to celebrate the community's heritage and resilience.

This Senate resolution honors Shongleng Yang for his lifetime of resilience, community leadership, and contributions to the Hmong population in Minnesota. The document outlines his personal history as a refugee who fled Laos in the 1970s and established successful businesses, including a home health care agency and a shopping center in St. Paul. It formally recognizes his service in various community organizations and expresses the Senate's gratitude for his impact on cultural and economic prosperity. Finally, the bill directs the Secretary of the Senate to send an official copy of the resolution to Yang as a symbol of appreciation.

This Senate resolution formally honors the life and legacy of Choua Thao, a Hmong nurse and community leader who passed away in December 2025. The document recognizes her historic role as the first Hmong woman to train as a nurse during the Secret War in Laos and her subsequent decades of service to refugee and immigrant communities in Minnesota. It acknowledges her specific contributions, including her leadership at Sam Thong Hospital and her work with various Hmong and Lao organizations. The resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to create an official copy of the document and send it to Thao's family as a gesture of recognition.

This bill modifies an existing appropriation for the Camp Craig Training Facility in Hutchinson to authorize funding for the Civil Air Patrol. The legislation allocates $3.7 million to the city of Hutchinson to cover costs for predesigning, designing, constructing, equipping, and furnishing a hangar and statewide training center. By amending a 2023 law, the bill ensures these funds are available immediately upon enactment to support the facility's development.

This bill requires that human court reporters must review and verify any official court transcripts or recordings created with the help of artificial intelligence. It applies to all state supreme, district, and appellate courts in Minnesota that maintain official verbatim records of their proceedings. The law mandates that a qualified court reporter must check AI-generated work for accuracy, certify the final record, and keep documentation of this oversight process. If there is any disagreement between the AI output and the human-verified record, the human version becomes the official one. These rules will take effect on January 1, 2027, ensuring that technology assists rather than replaces human judgment in legal documentation.