Arizona Senate reads resolution backing Iranian protesters, condemning state violence

PHOENIX — The Arizona State Senate read and entered into the record a resolution on Jan. 22 expressing support for human rights in Iran and condemning state violence against protesters.

Senator Brian Fernandez presented the resolution and had the text read into the record. The resolution "stands in solidarity, formally recognizing and supporting the aspirations of the Iranian people for a government for a governance system that respects international human rights standards," and specifically "condemns state violence, calling for an immediate end to the use of force against peaceful protesters, and the release of those unjustly detained for exercising their rights." The resolution cites a United Nations fact-finding mission recommendation to restore internet access and end disproportionate use of force.

The resolution was dated 01/22/2026 and signed "Brian Fernandez, Arizona State Senator, LD 23" in the text read to the chamber. No floor vote on the resolution was recorded in the floor-reading exchange captured in the transcript; the item was read and entered in the Senate journal.