Minnesota HF1845 expands the definition of veteran to include those who served in secret guerilla units in Laos or were naturalized under the federal.

Minnesota HF1845 amends the definition of "veteran" to include individuals who served with secret guerilla units or irregular forces operating from Laos in support of the U.S. armed forces, as well as those naturalized under the federal Hmong Veterans' Naturalization Act of 2000. The bill also mandates the establishment of an advisory task force to advise the commissioner of veterans affairs on criteria for determining veteran status. This expansion ensures broader recognition and eligibility for veterans' benefits in Minnesota.

Minnesota HF1845 expands the definition of veteran to include those who served in secret guerilla units in Laos or were naturalized under the federal.

Minnesota HF1845 amends the definition of "veteran" to include individuals who served with secret guerilla units or irregular forces operating from Laos in support of the U.S. armed forces, as well as those naturalized under the federal Hmong Veterans' Naturalization Act of 2000. The bill also mandates the establishment of an advisory task force to advise the commissioner of veterans affairs on criteria for determining veteran status. This expansion ensures broader recognition and eligibility for veterans' benefits in Minnesota.