Fond Du Lac Times

Congressman Glenn Grothman (WI-06) has introduced a bipartisan resolution, H. Res. 801, that acknowledges the cultural and historical significance of the Hmong New Year. The resolution has garnered support from several representatives across different states.

Grothman, who represents one of Wisconsin's largest Hmong communities, expressed his enthusiasm for the New Year celebrations in his district, stating, "Each year, I attend the New Year celebrations in my district and am looking forward to attending them again this year in places like Oshkosh and Sheboygan." He commended the Hmong people for their contribution to the United States during the Vietnam War, saying, "The Hmong people will always be dear to my heart for the important role they played helping the United States fight communism in the Vietnam war."

Congresswoman Betty McCollum from Minnesota's Fourth District, home to the nation's largest Hmong population, also voiced her support for the resolution. She emphasized the significance of the Hmong New Year in her district, stating, "The Hmong New Year is a significant cultural tradition in Minnesota’s Fourth District...giving thanks for the harvest and celebrating the year to come."

Congresswoman Sara Jacobs from San Diego celebrated the bipartisan effort to recognize the Hmong New Year, saying, "Hmong New Year is celebrated across San Diego and I am proud to recognize this important holiday with my colleagues from both parties in this resolution."

Other representatives, including Scott Fitzgerald, Gwen Moore, Mark Pocan, Jim Costa, and Dina Titus, also expressed their support for the resolution and highlighted the cultural importance of the Hmong New Year in their respective districts.

The Hmong New Year, traditionally celebrated at the end of the rice harvest season in Laos and Southeast Asia, has become a significant celebration for Hmong Americans in the United States. The festivities, which occur from October through December, attract large crowds and showcase the rich traditions and heritage of the Hmong people.

With this bipartisan resolution, Grothman and his colleagues aim to honor the Hmong community's contributions and recognize their pursuit of the American Dream.

For additional details, please follow this link: https://grothman.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3715