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SR 1001

month of remembrance; lives lost

57th Legislature - First Regular Session Introduced by Flavio Bravo and 4 co-sponsors

Arizona Senate proclaims February 2025 a symbolic month of remembrance and solidarity for lives lost in Palestine, Lebanon, Sudan, and Congo; no funding or policy changes.

Senate Second Reading
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Bill Summary · SR 1001

Summary of SR 1001 (Introduced January 30, 2025)

Overview

SR 1001 is a non-binding Senate resolution in the State of Arizona that proclaims February 2025 as a month of remembrance and solidarity for lives lost in Palestine, Lebanon, Sudan, and Congo. The resolution is ceremonial in nature and does not create new laws or funding obligations.

Purpose and Intent

  • To recognize and mourn the loss of innocent lives in Palestine, Lebanon, Sudan, and Congo.
  • To express global and Arizona-based solidarity with those affected by violence and humanitarian crises.
  • To honor victims, acknowledge the resilience of survivors, and support healing, recovery, and peace.
  • To acknowledge and credit advocacy organizations, humanitarian groups, and community leaders who raise awareness and promote understanding.
  • To emphasize the importance of education, outreach, and partnerships in raising awareness about global issues and humanitarian causes.
  • To affirm the principle of human dignity and universal rights as foundational to a compassionate and just society.

Key Provisions

  • Proclaims February 2025 as a month of remembrance and solidarity dedicated to the lives lost and to advocating for peace and justice for the people of Palestine, Lebanon, Sudan, and Congo.
  • The text consists of a series of “Whereas” statements underscoring mourning, solidarity, advocacy, education, and human rights.
  • The operative clause states the Senate’s proclamation of February 2025 as the designated month.
  • No fiscal appropriations or mandatory programs are specified; it is a symbolic, ceremonial declaration.

Timeline and Status

  • Introduced: January 30, 2025 (Introduced Version).
  • First Reading: January 30, 2025.
  • Second Reading: February 3, 2025.
  • Status: Senate Second Reading.
  • Sponsors:
    • Primary: Analise Ortiz
    • Co-sponsors: Priya Sundareshan, Flavio Bravo, Catherine Miranda, Eva Diaz

Who is Affected

  • Arizona residents and communities, including schools, faith-based groups, NGOs, and advocacy organizations that participate in remembrance and educational activities.
  • Public officials and state entities participating in ceremonial observances or commemorations, in line with the resolution’s symbolic intent.

Potential Impact

  • Serves as a public statement of solidarity and a call to observe and reflect on humanitarian crises in the specified regions.
  • Encourages education, awareness campaigns, and community partnerships related to global human rights and peace efforts.
  • Does not create new policies, funding, or mandatory programs; any observed activities would be voluntary and ceremonial.

Practical Considerations

  • If enacted, the resolution may be commemorated through proclamations, public events, or school/community activities during February 2025.
  • It provides a framework for civil society to engage in remembrance without imposing regulatory or fiscal requirements.

This summary presents the essential content and likely effects of SR 1001 as introduced and moving through the Arizona Senate.

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

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