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Recognizing Semele Massacre: Commemoration and Education on Crimes Against Humanity.

This House of Representatives resolution aims to officially recognize and commemorate the 1933 Semele Massacre, where up to 3,000 Assyrians were killed. It emphasizes the importance of public education about this event to prevent similar atrocities in the future. For citizens, this means supporting a policy of historical remembrance and promoting awareness of past cruelties.
Key points
Official recognition of the 1933 Semele Massacre by the U.S. House of Representatives.
Rejection of any efforts to deny the Semele Massacre by the U.S. Government.
Encouraging education and public understanding of the facts of the massacre, including the U.S. role in humanitarian relief.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HRES_143
Sponsor: Rep. Lesko, Debbie [R-AZ-8]
Process start date: 2021-02-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding United States policy recognizing the Semele Massacre of 1933.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_143.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Official recognition of the 1933 Semele Massacre by the U.S. House of Representatives.
  • Rejection of any efforts to deny the Semele Massacre by the U.S. Government.
  • Encouraging education and public understanding of the facts of the massacre, including the U.S. role in humanitarian relief.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Lesko, Debbie [R-AZ-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East, North Africa and Global Counterterrorism.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

What is the impact of this bill?

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