Burbank Leader, CA
April 14 2006

Legislature recalls Armenian genocide

Putting pressure on the United States Congress and president to
recognize the Armenian genocide, the California State Assembly voted
unanimously, 74-0, in favor of Assembly Joint Resolution 15, which
designates April 24 as California Day of Remembrance for the Armenian
Genocide of 1915-1923.

Assemblyman Paul Krekorian wrote the bill, which was co-authored by
state Sen. Jack Scott. Both represent Glendale and Burbank.
Assemblyman Anthony Portantino, whose district includes a portion of
Montrose, is also a co-author.

In addition to designated the day of remembrance, the bill pressures
Congress and the president "to formally recognize and reaffirm the
historical truth that the atrocities committed against the Armenian
people constituted genocide."