California Assembly Bill AR38

California 2017-2018 Regular Session

• Introduced: 5/4/17

Caption

Relative to Violence against the LGBT Community in Chechnya.

Impact

The resolution calls for immediate action from Chechen authorities to investigate these serious allegations and hold accountable those responsible for the reported abuses. It also urges the international community to take decisive steps against these human rights violations. By addressing such issues on a legislative platform, AR38 aims not only to bring awareness but also to inspire change and intervention on a global scale to protect those suffering from violence due to their identity.

Summary

House Resolution No. 38 (AR38), introduced by Assembly Member Cunningham, seeks to address and condemn the ongoing violence against the LGBT community in Chechnya. It outlines the alarming reports of kidnapping, violence, and murder perpetrated by the Chechen government against individuals based on their sexual orientation. By highlighting this issue, the resolution serves to remind the state of California's commitment to human rights and its long-standing history of defending marginalized communities, particularly the LGBT population, which is significant in number within the state.

Contention

While the resolution is largely focused on advocacy and humanitarian efforts, it may still face contention regarding its feasibility and impact on foreign relations. Some may argue that while such resolutions raise awareness, actual implementation or enforcement of action against foreign governments remains complex and often beyond the reach of state resolutions. Additionally, discussions might arise about the best methods for the international community to effectively deal with human rights abuses in countries like Chechnya without infringing on their sovereignty.