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Recognizing the celebration of the Hmong New Year in 2021.
12/31/2022, 5:35 AM
Summary of Bill HRES 691
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.
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.
Congressional Summary of HRES 691
This resolution recognizes the cultural and historical significance of the Hmong New Year and wishes Hmong Americans and all individuals who observe this holiday a happy new year.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 691
Bill HRES 691 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 29, 2021. Bill HRES 691 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 29, 2021. Bill HRES 691's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. as of September 29, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 691
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
36Democrat Cosponsors
20Republican Cosponsors
16Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 691
Primary Policy Focus
Arts, Culture, ReligionPotential Impact Areas
- Asia
- Commemorative events and holidays
- Laos
- Racial and ethnic relations
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 691
Recognizing the celebration of the Hmong New Year in 2021.
Recognizing the celebration of the Hmong New Year in 2021.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 691
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