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SR 87

A RESOLUTION recognizing July 11, 2025, as Remember Srebrenica Day in the Commonwealth.

2025 Regular Session

Kentucky designates July 11, 2025, as Remember Srebrenica Day to commemorate the 1995 Bosnian genocide in which roughly 8,000 people were massacred.

adopted by voice vote
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Bill Summary · SR 87

Legislative bill overview

Senate Resolution 87 designates July 11, 2025, as "Remember Srebrenica Day" in Kentucky to commemorate the 1995 Srebrenica massacre in Bosnia and Herzegovina, where approximately 8,000 Bosniak Muslims were killed during the Bosnian War. The resolution has already been adopted by voice vote in the Kentucky Senate.

Why is this important

This resolution serves a commemorative and educational function, raising awareness about a significant genocide and honoring its victims. It reflects Kentucky's recognition of international human rights atrocities and may resonate with communities affected by the Srebrenica massacre or with Bosnian diaspora populations in the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Commemorative scope: Some may question why Kentucky specifically recognizes this particular historical event among many global atrocities, raising questions about selectivity in memorialization
  • International vs. domestic focus: Critics might argue state legislative time is better spent on local issues rather than international commemorations
  • Precedent concerns: Adoption could establish expectations for recognizing other ethnic or religious tragedies, creating requests for additional memorial days

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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