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CA SCR95
Concurrent Resolution
AI Summary
- Legislature formally acknowledges the treatment of Italian Americans during World War II as a fundamental injustice
- Over 10,000 Italian Americans on the West Coast were forced from their homes and prohibited from entering coastal zones during WWII
- Thousands of Italian American immigrants were arrested and hundreds were interned in military camps under authority of the Alien Enemies Act and Executive Orders 9066 and 9102
- Legislature expresses deep regrets for these acts and reaffirms commitment to preserving rights of all people and celebrating their contributions
- Resolution recognizes these events should be commemorated during October, designated as Italian American Heritage Month
Legislative Description
World War II: Italian Americans.
Last Action
Chaptered by Secretary of State. Res. Chapter 105, Statutes of 2010.
8/27/2010
Committee Referrals
Rules3/25/2010
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