Bill · S. 2184· Senate(119-S-2184)
Srebrenica Genocide Remembrance Act of 2025
- Introduced
- 6/26/2025
- Last activity
- 6/26/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
- Sponsored by
- Jeanne Shaheen
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, titled the "Srebrenica Genocide Remembrance Act of 2025," designates July 11 as the National Day of Remembrance for the Victims of the Srebrenica Genocide. It seeks to amend title 36 of the United States Code to include this specific day of remembrance. The legislation provides a framework for recognizing the victims of the 1995 genocide in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It encourages various entities to use this day for tributes, educational efforts, and proclamations. Additionally, the bill aims to condemn genocide denial and promote respect for human rights and ethnic groups.
Yes
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+5
The bill promotes stability and human rights recognition in Bosnia and Herzegovina, supporting international political reconciliation.
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+5
The bill engages with the historical memory and political situation of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Recognition and Tribute: The bill encourages private citizens, organizations, and all levels of government to pay tribute to the families of the more than 8,000 Bosniaks killed in July 1995 (Section 3, subsection a, 1).
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Educational Advancement: It encourages educational efforts to teach current and future generations about the Srebrenica genocide (Section 3, subsection a, 11).
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Promotion of Human Rights: The act encourages efforts to counter actions that undermine respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms, while promoting respect for all ethnic and religious groups (Section 3, subsection a, 3).
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Support for Stability: The bill aims to encourage political reconciliation through the strengthening of democratic and educational institutions (Section 3, subsection a, 9).
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Support for Territorial Integrity: It reaffirms support for the territorial integrity of Bosnia and Herzegovina (Section 3, subsection a, 6).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts or burdens are explicitly stated or identified within the provided text of the bill.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Diplomatic Engagement+5Improves International Alliances+5
- 6/26/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
Roger WickerRepublican · Mississippi