HR 511
A Resolution designating May 19, 2026, as "Greek Pontian Genocide Remembrance Day" in Pennsylvania.
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Bill overview
This resolution designates May 19, 2026, as "Greek Pontian Genocide Remembrance Day" in Pennsylvania. The resolution recognizes the systematic extermination of Pontian and Anatolian Greeks, Armenians, and Assyrians by the Ottoman Empire between 1914 and 1923, acknowledging this event as the first mass genocide of the 20th century. It also honors the survivors and descendants of this tragedy and aims to prevent such atrocities from happening again.
Key provisions
- Designates May 19, 2026, as "Greek Pontian Genocide Remembrance Day" in Pennsylvania.
- Acknowledges the systematic extermination of Greeks, Armenians, and Assyrians by the Ottoman Empire.
- Recognizes the event as the first mass genocide of the 20th century.
- Honors the survivors and descendants of the genocide.
- Calls for remembrance and learning from the past to prevent future atrocities.
Who is affected
- Pennsylvania residents
- Greek and Armenian communities in Pennsylvania
- Descendants of survivors of the Pontian and Armenian Genocides
Notable changes
- Establishes a specific day for remembrance of the Greek Pontian Genocide.
- Provides official recognition of the event within Pennsylvania.
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Primary sponsor
Steven Malagari
Cosponsors
Benjamin Sanchez
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