Expressing support for the designation of April 17, 2025, as "Cambodian Genocide Remembrance Day" to remember the horrific slaughter of almost 2,000,000 Cambodian people at the hand of the Khmer Rouge regime.

4/19/2024, 12:53 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 1156

Bill 118 HRES 1156, also known as the "Cambodian Genocide Remembrance Day" bill, aims to designate April 17, 2025, as a day to remember the tragic events of the Cambodian Genocide. This genocide occurred under the brutal rule of the Khmer Rouge regime, led by Pol Pot, from 1975 to 1979. During this time, nearly 2 million Cambodian people were killed through mass executions, forced labor, starvation, and torture.

The bill seeks to honor the memory of the victims of this genocide and to raise awareness about the atrocities that took place. By designating April 17th as "Cambodian Genocide Remembrance Day," the United States Congress aims to ensure that the horrors of the past are never forgotten and to pay tribute to those who lost their lives.

This bill is a bipartisan effort to recognize the suffering of the Cambodian people and to acknowledge the importance of remembering and learning from the past. It serves as a reminder of the need to prevent such atrocities from happening again in the future. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1156 is a significant step towards honoring the victims of the Cambodian Genocide and ensuring that their stories are not forgotten. It is a powerful statement of support for the Cambodian community and a reminder of the importance of standing up against genocide and human rights abuses.

Congressional Summary of HRES 1156

This resolution supports the principles and values of Cambodian Genocide Remembrance Day. The resolution requests that the President issue a proclamation calling on the people of the United States to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 1156

Bill HRES 1156 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 17, 2024. Bill HRES 1156 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 17, 2024. Bill HRES 1156's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of April 17, 2024

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Expressing support for the designation of April 17, 2025, as "Cambodian Genocide Remembrance Day" to remember the horrific slaughter of almost 2,000,000 Cambodian people at the hand of the Khmer Rouge regime.Expressing support for the designation of April 17, 2025, as "Cambodian Genocide Remembrance Day" to remember the horrific slaughter of almost 2,000,000 Cambodian people at the hand of the Khmer Rouge regime.

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