SR 37 by Gonzalez
SR 37
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed Assembly
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This resolution recognizes and commemorates Cambodian Genocide Memorial Week, which will be held annually from April 17 to April 23. It acknowledges the devastating Khmer Rouge genocide that resulted in the deaths of over 1.7 million Cambodians and the subsequent refugee crisis. The resolution also honors the resilience and contributions of Cambodian survivors and their descendants to California and the United States.
Key provisions
- Designates the week of April 17 to April 23 as Cambodian Genocide Memorial Week.
- Calls upon all Californians to participate in activities and programs during the week.
- Recognizes the suffering and loss experienced by the Cambodian people.
- Acknowledges the contributions of Cambodian survivors and their descendants.
- References the Cambodian Genocide Justice Act of 1994.
- Highlights the significance of the Cambodian community in California, particularly in Long Beach.
- Remembers the destruction of Cambodian culture during the genocide.
- Connects the event to broader efforts to prevent genocide globally.
Who is affected
- The Cambodian community in California
- California residents
- The descendants of Cambodian genocide survivors
- The State of California
- The United States
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