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AR 97: Relative to the Armenian Genocide.
What AR 97 does, verified May 4, 2026
The bill aims to recognize the Armenian Genocide as a historical event. It acknowledges the systematic extermination of 1.5 million Armenians by the Ottoman Empire during World War I. The bill also expresses support for the victims and their descendants, and calls for the United States to take action to prevent similar atrocities from happening again. Additionally, it encourages the US government to provide support and compensation to Armenian-American communities and to promote education and awareness about the genocide.
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Last action: Read. Adopted. (Page 4721.). (2026-04-20)Alert me
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| Apr. 20, 2026 | Read. Adopted. (Page 4721.). |
| Apr. 20, 2026 | Coauthors revised. |
| Apr. 13, 2026 | From committee: Be adopted. Ordered to Third Reading. (Ayes 10. Noes 0.) (April 13). |
| Apr. 06, 2026 | Referred to Com. on RLS. |
| Mar. 24, 2026 | Introduced. |