SR 87 by Archuleta
SR 87
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed Assembly
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This resolution recognizes April 24, 2026, as ‘State of California Day of Commemoration of the 111th Anniversary of the Armenian Genocide of 1915–1923.’ It acknowledges the historical genocide perpetrated against Armenians by the Ottoman Empire and Republic of Turkey, highlighting the ongoing denial of this event and the continued threats faced by Armenians in the region. The resolution also commends efforts to educate about human rights and genocide and recognizes the contributions of Near East Relief in providing humanitarian assistance to Armenian refugees.
Key provisions
- Designates April 24, 2026, as ‘State of California Day of Commemoration of the 111th Anniversary of the Armenian Genocide of 1915–1923.’
- Commends educators who teach about human rights and genocide.
- Recognizes and commends the service of Near East Relief to Armenian genocide survivors.
- Deplores efforts to deny the historical fact of the Armenian Genocide.
- Acknowledges the significant Armenian American population in California.
- Remembers the 2020 Nagorno-Karabakh war and subsequent blockade and displacement of Armenians.
- Recognizes the ongoing threat to Armenian existence in ancestral lands.
- Calls for continued education about human rights and genocide.
Who is affected
- Armenian Americans in California
- The Armenian Nation
- California Residents
- Educational Institutions
- Human Rights Organizations
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