Since the illegal Turkish invasion in 1974,
Greek Cypriots have been denied the use of their property in occupied Cyprus. In
many cases, that property has been stolen and handed over to Turkish
settlers.
Upon passage, H.R. 1456 (the American-Owned Property in Occupied
Cyprus Claims Act) would allow American citizens who own property in occupied
Cyprus to approach U.S. courts to seek fair compensation for the loss of their
property. Allowing individuals the opportunity to reclaim what has wrongfully
been taken by force is a fundamental human right.
"It's time Congress vindicate the property rights of U.S.
citizens in Cyprus. Through this legislation, Americans who are being denied
access to their property and even their ancestral homes will finally be able to
seek restitution," said Representative Frank Pallone Jr. (D - NJ) who introduced
the bill.
Please take a few minutes to send your Member of Congress a
message urging them to allow our courts to hear the stories of those who
suffered the loss of their homes during the brutal Turkish invasion and
subsequent occupation.
Please urge them to support H.R. 1456 (the American-Owned
Property in Occupied Cyprus Claims Act).