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H.Res. 1478119th CongressReferred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding United States policy recognizing the Simele Massacre of 1933.
Introduced: Aug 6, 2026
Latest action: Aug 6, 2026
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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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What this bill means
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What this bill does
This resolution expresses the non-binding opinion ("sense of the House of Representatives") regarding official United States recognition of the 1933 Simele Massacre, during which up to 5,000 unarmed Assyrian Christian men, women, and children were killed by Iraqi armed forces.
It states that U.S. policy should:
* Officially recognize and commemorate the Simele Massacre.
* Reject any efforts to associate, enlist, or engage the U.S. government with the denial of the massacre.
* Encourage public education and awareness about the event, historical U.S. humanitarian relief efforts at the time, and its connection to modern-day crimes against humanity.
Who it affects
This resolution primarily impacts the official policy stance of the U.S. House of Representatives. Because it is a non-binding resolution, it does not impose direct legal duties, eligibility rules, or requirements on private citizens, businesses, or government agencies.
What would change
If passed, the resolution would establish an official statement of position by the House of Representatives recognizing the Simele Massacre and opposing its denial. However, it does not create new statutory mandates, establish government programs, or change existing federal laws.
Money or funding
This resolution does not authorize any federal spending, create government benefits, or impose any taxes or fees.
Important exceptions or limits
The primary limitation of this measure is that it is a non-binding resolution. It does not carry the force of law, impose legal penalties, or establish enforceable requirements for the U.S. government or the public.
Plain-English bottom line
This non-binding House resolution officially acknowledges the 1933 Simele Massacre of Assyrian Christians and calls for public education and rejection of its denial, without establishing new laws, programs, or federal spending.
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