Relating to: recognizing January 27, 2026, as International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
SJR 137 is a non-binding resolution recognizing January 27, 2026, as International Holocaust Remembrance Day in Wisconsin. It formally acknowledges the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz and commemorates the six million Jewish victims of the Holocaust, along with millions of other persecuted groups. The resolution encourages Wisconsin citizens to reflect on Holocaust history, participate in educational activities, and support efforts to combat antisemitism and hatred. It does not create new laws, programs, or funding, but serves as a symbolic commitment to honoring survivors and preventing future atrocities through remembrance.
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failed
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Feb 24, 2026
Last action Mar 23, 2026
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Mar 23, 2026
Amended
Failed to adopt pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
upper
Feb 24, 2026
Committee
Read and referred to Committee on Senate Organization
upper
Feb 24, 2026
Introduced
Introduced by Senator Habush Sinykin;
cosponsored by Representative Subeck
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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State
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Jodi Habush Sinykin
DDemocratic
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