Congressman Roskam joined Congressional Caucus on Armenian Issues
Congressman Peter Roskam, (R-IL) has joined the Congressional Caucus on Armenian Issues. The Armenian National Committee of America reports that ANCA members of Illinois met with Congressman Roskam in the district to discuss issues of importance to the Armenian community, including current legislation H. Res 106, in recognition of the Armenian Genocide.
"Armenians have a rich heritage in America," said Congressman Roskam. "I look forward to working with my constituents of Armenian descent." the Congressman stressed. While serving as a State Senator, Roskam, along with 46 Senate members voted to enact HB0312. This legislation mandates that the study of genocides including the Armenia Genocide is compulsory for teaching in the schools of Illinois.
"Armenians have a rich heritage in America," said Congressman Roskam. "I look forward to working with my constituents of Armenian descent." the Congressman stressed. While serving as a State Senator, Roskam, along with 46 Senate members voted to enact HB0312. This legislation mandates that the study of genocides including the Armenia Genocide is compulsory for teaching in the schools of Illinois.
