Minnesota Senate Bill SF5361

Minnesota 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 4/8/24
• Refer: 4/8/24

Caption

Hubert H. Humphrey statue erection in Statutory Hall in the United States Capitol appropriation

Impact

If passed, the appropriation of funds per SF5361 would facilitate the replacement of a historical statue in a prominent national location, thereby honoring Hubert H. Humphrey as a significant figure in American history. This act aligns with broader cultural and historical engagement objectives, aiming to enhance representation in federally recognized spaces. The bill does not create ongoing funding obligations beyond the one-time appropriation required for this specific purpose.

Summary

SF5361 is a legislative bill that proposes an appropriation of $200,000 for the erection of a statue of Hubert H. Humphrey in the Statutory Hall of the United States Capitol. This funding is designated for various activities including the removal of the existing statue of Henry Mower Rice, the transportation of this statue to the Minnesota State Historical Society, and the recasting of Humphrey's statue which currently stands at the Minnesota State Capitol. The bill expresses a commitment to recognizing Hubert H. Humphrey's contributions to American politics and public service.

Contention

Given that this bill involves public funds and the alteration of historical representations, it may incite discussions regarding state priorities on cultural investments. Some legislators or constituents may express concern about the use of funds for such appropriations in lieu of pressing local issues, which could lead to debates surrounding the allocation of state resources and historical representation in public spaces. However, no explicit points of contention were highlighted in the currently available texts of the bill.