Congressman Roskam joined Congressional Caucus on Armenian IssuesMarch 29, 2007 - 19:58 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Congressman Peter Roskam, (R-IL) has joined the Congressional Caucus on Armenian Issues. The Armenian National Committee of America reports that ANCA members of Illinois met with Congressman Roskam in the district to discuss issues of importance to the Armenian community, including current legislation H. Res 106, in recognition of the Armenian Genocide. "Armenians have a rich heritage in America," said Congressman Roskam. "I look forward to working with my constituents of Armenian descent." the Congressman stressed. While serving as a State Senator, Roskam, along with 46 Senate members voted to enact HB0312. This legislation mandates that the study of genocides including the Armenia Genocide is compulsory for teaching in the schools of Illinois. 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 | Court in Azerbaijan extends former Karabakh leader’s arrest by 5 months The Binagadi District Court in Azerbaijan has granted the prosecutor’s petition to extend the arrest of Arkady Ghukasyan. Ucom General Director joins High-Tech Development Panel Discussion The discussion was titled "The Role of International Corporations and Investors as Catalysts for Development of High-Tech Ecosystem." U.S. still believes “peace is possible” between Armenia, Azerbaijan The United States continues to believe that peace is possible between Armenia and Azerbaijan, Vedant Patel says. Dozens detained as antigovernment protest continue in Armenia At least 63 people demanding Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s resignation were detained on May 14 as they blocked streets in Yerevan. |