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This resolution designates April 24, 2025, as "Pennsylvania's Day of Remembrance of the Armenian Genocide of 1915-1923" to commemorate the systematic massacre of 1.5 million Armenian men, women, and children by the Turkish-Ottoman Empire during that period. The resolution highlights the genocidal intent to eliminate the 3,000-year-old Armenian culture, drawing a connection to Adolf Hitler's later Holocaust and emphasizing the importance of remembering historical atrocities to prevent their recurrence. By formally recognizing this genocide, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives aims to raise public awareness about the tragic events and honor the contributions of Armenian Americans to the Commonwealth, who have made significant impacts in various fields including business, agriculture, academia, government, and the arts. The resolution also includes a directive to send a copy of the document to the Armenian National Committee of America's National Headquarters in Washington, DC, symbolizing an official acknowledgment of this historical tragedy.

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https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2025&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=171