The Council of the District of Columbia has passed a ceremonial resolution to acknowledge and condemn the Holocaust, designating April 14, 2026, as Yom HaShoah or Holocaust Remembrance Day. This resolution highlights the horrific events between 1933 and 1945, during which Nazi Germany and its collaborators systematically persecuted and murdered six million Jews, along with millions of others targeted for their ethnicity, religion, disabilities, sexual orientation, political beliefs, or nationality. The resolution emphasizes the moral obligation to educate future generations about the Holocaust and to foster a society free from prejudice and discrimination.

Furthermore, the resolution reaffirms the District's commitment to human rights and dignity, condemning all forms of hatred and promoting a culture of respect and understanding. It acknowledges the efforts of organizations such as 3GDC and the Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Washington, which are hosting commemorative events to honor the victims and celebrate their resilience. The resolution is effective immediately and serves as a reminder of the importance of remembrance and the values of justice and equality.