Recognizing the celebration of the Hmong New Year in 2021.

Bill 117 H.Res. 691, also known as Recognizing the celebration of the Hmong New Year in 2021, is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to acknowledge and honor the cultural significance of the Hmong New Year celebration. The Hmong people are an ethnic group from Southeast Asia, particularly Laos, who have immigrated to the United States in large numbers.

The resolution highlights the importance of the Hmong New Year celebration as a time for the community to come together, celebrate their heritage, and pass down traditions to future generations. It recognizes the contributions of the Hmong people to American society and the diversity they bring to the country.

The resolution also calls on the US government to support and promote the celebration of the Hmong New Year in 2021, both within the Hmong community and among the general public. It encourages Americans to learn more about Hmong culture and history, and to participate in the festivities surrounding the New Year celebration. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 691 is a non-partisan effort to celebrate and honor the Hmong community and their cultural traditions, and to promote understanding and appreciation of their heritage among all Americans.