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This resolution recognizes the 2025 Hmong New Year Celebration in Khek Noi, Thailand, and acknowledges the significant cultural exchange between the Hmong-Thai community and Hmong-Americans. The resolution highlights the historical context of the Hmong people, including their displacement after the 1975 Vietnam conflict and subsequent resettlement in countries like the United States, with Minnesota now home to approximately 94,000 Hmong-Americans. It specifically notes the upcoming celebration from December 31, 2024, to January 7, 2025, which will feature Minnesota State Senator Foung Hawj as the keynote speaker and include a delegation from the United States. The resolution emphasizes the event's importance in fostering unity, mutual respect, and preserving Hmong heritage, and will include symbolic activities like tree planting and potential discussions about establishing sister city relations. The Minnesota Senate formally recognizes the Hmong community of Khek Noi and supports this cultural exchange, with the Senate Secretary directed to prepare and transmit an official copy of the resolution to the Governor of Phetchabun Province and local cultural leaders.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SR0012&ssn=0&y=2025