Srebrenica Genocide Remembrance Act of 2025
Summary
The Srebrenica Genocide Remembrance Act of 2025 designates July 11th as a National Day of Remembrance for the Victims of the Srebrenica Genocide. The bill acknowledges the historical context of the Srebrenica genocide, including findings by international tribunals and the United Nations. It encourages national recognition through proclamations, activities, and educational efforts.
Expected Effects
The Act will formally recognize the Srebrenica genocide within the United States. This could lead to increased awareness and education about the genocide and its impact. It may also influence foreign policy and diplomatic relations, particularly with countries in the Balkans region.
Potential Benefits
- Increased awareness and education about the Srebrenica genocide.
- Demonstrates U.S. commitment to human rights and justice.
- Supports reconciliation efforts in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
- Strengthens relationships with communities affected by the genocide.
- Promotes remembrance and prevents future atrocities.
Potential Disadvantages
- May strain relations with Serbia, which has not recognized the Srebrenica massacre as genocide.
- Could be perceived as taking sides in a complex historical and political issue.
- Potential for misuse of the day for political purposes.
- Risk of alienating certain segments of the population with differing views on the conflict.
- The act itself has no direct economic or material benefit to the US population.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the principles of promoting human rights and international cooperation, which are generally consistent with the Constitution's goals of establishing justice and promoting the general welfare. While the Constitution does not explicitly address genocide recognition, Congress has broad authority to legislate on matters of foreign policy and international relations. The First Amendment protects freedom of speech, but does not protect hate speech or genocide denial.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).