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National Recognition for Hmong Special Guerilla Unit Memorial in Connecticut.

This act formally designates an existing memorial in Middletown, Connecticut, honoring the 50,000 Hmong soldiers who fought alongside the US in Laos, as a National Memorial. While providing important historical recognition for veterans and their families, the designation ensures no federal taxpayer money will be spent on the memorial's maintenance or operation.
Key points
Formal national designation of the memorial honoring the service and sacrifice of 50,000 Hmong soldiers who aided US interests in Laos (1961-1975).
The memorial is located at Veterans Memorial Park in Middletown, Connecticut.
No federal funding impact: the law explicitly prohibits the use of Federal funds for any purpose related to this National Memorial.
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Print number: 118_S_4416
Sponsor: Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]
Process start date: 2024-05-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Special Guerilla Unit National Memorial Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4416.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-05-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Formal national designation of the memorial honoring the service and sacrifice of 50,000 Hmong soldiers who aided US interests in Laos (1961-1975).
  • The memorial is located at Veterans Memorial Park in Middletown, Connecticut.
  • No federal funding impact: the law explicitly prohibits the use of Federal funds for any purpose related to this National Memorial.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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