09/16/2014: Submitted a statement for Congressional Record marking the passing Armenian Genocide survivor and constituent Joseph Manjikian. https://www.congress.gov/crec/2014/09/16/CREC-2014-09-16-pt1-PgE1419-4.pdf

08/07/2014 - Tweeted her condemnation of Azerbaijani aggression against Armenia and Nagorno Karabakh: 'I?m deeply concerned about incidents of violence against Nagorno-#Karabakh by #Azerbaijan. A long-term solution requires peace & diplomacy.' http://asbarez.com/125890/congressional-pressure-grows-to-stop-aliyevs-aggression/

05/05/2014: Rep. Chu joined in celebrating the 104th birthday of Armenian Genocide survivor Joseph Manjikian. http://asbarez.com/122657/genocide-survivor-from-kessab-celebrates-104th-birthday/

03/05/14 - Statement submitted for the Congressional Record on Sumgait - 'Mr. Speaker, twenty-six years ago, the Nagorno Karabakh Autonomous Region of Azerbaijan petitioned to become part of Armenia. Their desire to determine their own future was met with brutal force and violence that was tragically reminiscent to events preceding the Armenian Genocide.

For the next two years, the Armenian population was the target of racially motivated pogroms. Hundreds were murdered, many more were wounded, and the Armenian community still grapples with the scars from the horrific attacks in Sumgait, Kirovabad, and Baku.

On February 20, 1988, Nagorno Karabakh began its national liberation movement with a resolution to secede from Azerbaijan, and on December 10, 1991, Nagorno Karabakh officially declared independence, becoming a democratic state committed to freedom and respect for human rights. But today, the people of Nagorno Karabakh are still forced to live under the constant threat of violence from Azerbaijan.

As we commemorate the somber anniversary of the beginnings of their struggle, we wish for the peaceful resolution of this conflict and the right of the Nagorno Karabakh people to determine their own future. '

05/22/13 - Issued the following press statement regarding the introduction of the Armenian Genocide Truth and Justice Resolution (H.Res.227): ?The Armenian Genocide claimed 1.5 million lives. Able-bodied men were massacred or forced into labor. Women, children, the elderly and the sick were sent on death marches that spanned hundreds of miles. Those who survived were often separated from their loved ones, and left behind the only homes they had ever known.

?The only way to describe such atrocities is genocide. We owe it to those who were lost, their loved ones, and the few remaining survivors to push for proper recognition of this event in the international community.

?I am committed to seeing Congress do just that by passing this resolution. I am proud to have co-sponsored this legislation every Congress, and will continue to do so until it receives the vote that the Armenian people deserve. America?s commitment to human rights is absolute, and we have a duty to recognize this tragedy, and to remind the world that mass murder and destruction must not be ignored.?

04/24/13 - Issued the following statement marking the Armenian Genocide: ?Today marks the 98th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, an event that claimed 1.5 million lives. Able-bodied men were massacred or forced into labor. Women, children, the elderly and the sick were sent on death marches that spanned hundreds of miles. Those who survived were often separated from their loved ones, and left behind the only homes they had ever known.

?The only way to describe such atrocities is a genocide. On this somber anniversary, we owe it to those who were lost, their loved ones, and the few remaining survivors to recognize what happened, and to recommit ourselves to the protection of human rights around the world.

?I am committed to seeing Congress formally recognize the Armenian Genocide in a resolution. I have co-sponsored legislation every Congress, and look forward to doing so again this year. America?s commitment to human rights is absolute, and we have a duty to recognize this tragedy, and to remind the world that mass murder and destruction will not be ignored.?

03/11/13 - Updated statement submitted for the Congressional Record on Sumgait - 'Mr. Speaker, this year marks the 25th anniversary of a critical turning point in the political freedom of the Armenian people of Azerbaijan. Let us take this occasion to remember their struggle for self-determination and freedom.

In 1988, the Nagorno-Karabakh region of Azerbaijan petitioned to become part of Armenia. For the next 2 years, the Armenian population was the target of racially motivated pogroms. Hundreds of Armenians were murdered and more wounded during three violent attacks in Sumgait, Kirovabad, and Baku.

In 1991, Nagorno-Karabakh officially declared independence, becoming a democratic state committed to freedom and respect for human rights. Despite dual blockades and threats from neighboring Azerbaijan, Nagorno-Karabakh has held a series of democratic elections and continues to work hard to strengthen its economy. I stand with the people of Nagorno-Karabakh in this noble pursuit.'

03/05/13 - Remarks delivered on the House floor on Sumgait - (Ms. CHU asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute.)

'Ms. CHU. This year marks the 25th anniversary of a critical turning point in the political freedom of the Armenian people of Azerbaijan. Let us take this occasion to remember their struggle for self-determination and freedom.

In 1988, the Nagorno-Karabakh region of Azerbaijan petitioned to become part of Armenia. For the next 2 years, the Armenian population was the target of racially motivated pogroms. Hundreds of Armenians were murdered and more wounded during three violent attacks in Sumgait , Kirovabad, and Baku.

In 1991, Nagorno-Karabakh officially declared independence, becoming a democratic state committed to freedom and respect for human rights. But today, the people of Nagorno-Karabakh are still forced to live under authoritarian rule. As we commemorate their century-long struggle, let us not forget their quest for autonomy and justice. '