State Representative Jay Todd Smith is set to introduce a resolution in the US State of Ohio Legislature condemning Turkey and Azerbaijan’s attack on Armenia and Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh) and simultaneously recognizing Artsakh’s inalienable right to self-determination, reported the Armenian National Committee of America Eastern Region (ANCA-ER).

The Ohio Legislature’s vote on this resolution could take place as early as this week.

The measure also underscores the US Administration’s need to work with the co-chairs of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) Minsk Group and the governments of Armenia, Azerbaijan, and the Republic of Artsakh to achieve a lasting and peaceful resolution to the conflict.

“As an Armenian American living and working in Ohio, it was an honor to work alongside Ohio State Representative Jay Todd Smith on this legislation. It’s truly humbling to know that our community has Ohio State Representatives who not only have our best interests at heart here in the district and in Ohio, but they also understand the value that freedom and democracy play around the world,” said David Krikorian, ANC of Ohio activist.

Upon passage, the Ohio legislature will join nine US states and countless cities and counties nationwide in recognizing Artsakh’s right to self-determination and independence.