Relative to the Armenian Genocide.

California Senate Resolution 33 (SR33), passed on April 21, 2025, formally recognizes and commemorates the Armenian Genocide, which began on April 24, 1915, resulting in the deaths of over 1.5 million Armenians. The resolution acknowledges the historical events and honors the victims and survivors of the genocide.

Media coverage has highlighted SR33 as a significant step in acknowledging historical injustices, with Governor Gavin Newsom issuing a proclamation declaring April 24, 2025, as 'Day of Remembrance of the Armenian Genocide,' emphasizing the importance of remembering the victims and survivors and honoring the resilience of the Armenian people.

While specific negative media coverage of SR33 is not readily available, such resolutions can sometimes face criticism from groups or individuals who dispute the characterization of the events as genocide or who are concerned about the diplomatic implications of such acknowledgments.

Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.