Michigan House declares April 24, 2026, as Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day

Original title: A resolution to declare April 24, 2026, as Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day in the state of Michigan.

Last action · April 30, 2026: adoptedSponsors: Phil Skaggs and 23 others

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What This Bill Does

The Michigan House of Representatives adopted a resolution declaring April 24, 2026, as Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day to honor victims, survivors, and the state's Armenian American community.

Why it matters

Changes only the state's official calendar recognition; no funding or service changes are stated.

Background

The Armenian Genocide refers to the systematic mass extermination and expulsion of 1.5 million ethnic Armenians within the Ottoman Empire by the Young Turk government from 1915 to 1923. context

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Armenian Americans in Michigan

Their heritage and history are officially recognized by the state legislature through the designated remembrance day.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does House Resolution 293 do?

It officially declares April 24, 2026, as Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day in the state of Michigan.

Does this resolution appropriate any funds?

No, the text of the resolution does not mention any funding or service changes.

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Current status: signed.

Procedural history

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Apr 30, 2026HouseFloor
adopted
Apr 28, 2026House
postponed for the day
Apr 28, 2026HouseIntroduced
introduced by Representative Rep. Phil Skaggs

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