  Armenian Genocide resolution garners 77 co-sponsorsMarch 18, 2009 - 14:30 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The Armenian Assembly of America (Assembly) welcomes the introduction of H. Res. 252, a congressional resolution to reaffirm the historic record of the United States on the Armenian Genocide. The legislation was introduced in the House of Representatives by longtime Armenian issues supporters Reps. Adam Schiff (D-CA), George Radanovich (R-CA) and Congressional Caucus on Armenian Issues Co-Chairmen Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ) and Mark Kirk (R-IL).The resolution has already garnered strong bipartisan support, with 77 Members of Congress signed on as original co-sponsors, the Assembly told PanARMENIAN.Net It is modeled after H. Res. 106, which overwhelmingly passed the House Committee on Foreign Affairs during the 110th Congress. "The Assembly commends Congressmen Schiff, Radanovich, Pallone and Kirk for their leadership and commitment to reaffirm the historical fact of the Armenian Genocide," said Assembly Executive Director Bryan Ardouny. "This legislation is an opportunity for the United States to assume a leadership role in genocide affirmation and genocide prevention." Last month, the Assembly launched a new website dedicated to U.S. affirmation of the Armenian Genocide. In tandem with the introduction of the Armenian Genocide Resolution, today the Assembly released a new video entitled "Break the Chain of Denial," which encourages activists and all people of goodwill to take action to ensure that their Representative also cosponsors this important human rights measure.   Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads.   Partner news |  Related sections Topic Latest news Armenian, Saudi Foreign Minister meet in Riyadh  The two commended the positive dynamics of the development of political dialogue between Armenia and Saudi ArabiaPashinyan: Azerbaijan’s proximity shouldn’t worry border residents At the same time, he said that he “does not guarantee [the security of villagers] one hundred percent”.U.S. doesn’t see Russia as contributing to peace in Caucasus Patel made the remarks when asked about the implications of Russia’s withdrawal of peacekeepers from Karabakh.Up to 1% cashback when shopping on Wildberries with IDBank cards IDBank is launching an exclusive campaign on Wildberries for online shopping enthusiasts. |
