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Recognizing the Nakba and Palestinian refugees' rights.

6/11/2024, 4:07 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 1231

Bill 118 H.Res. 1231, also known as Recognizing the Nakba and Palestinian refugees' rights, is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The bill aims to acknowledge and commemorate the Nakba, which refers to the displacement and dispossession of hundreds of thousands of Palestinians during the creation of the state of Israel in 1948.

The resolution also seeks to recognize the rights of Palestinian refugees, including their right to return to their homes and properties. It calls on the US government to support efforts to achieve a just and lasting solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, including the rights of Palestinian refugees.

The bill has sparked debate among lawmakers, with some arguing that it is important to acknowledge the historical injustices faced by Palestinians, while others believe that the resolution is one-sided and could undermine US support for Israel. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 1231 highlights the ongoing complexities and challenges surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the need for a peaceful resolution that respects the rights and dignity of all parties involved.

Congressional Summary of HRES 1231

This resolution expresses the sense of Congress that it is the policy of the United States to recognize the Palestinian Nakba and support Palestinian refugees' rights. It also states that it is the policy of the United States to recognize that Palestinians are a unique people.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 1231

Bill HRES 1231 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 15, 2024. Bill HRES 1231 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 15, 2024.  Bill HRES 1231's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of May 15, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1231

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
10
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1231

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1231

Recognizing the Nakba and Palestinian refugees' rights.
Recognizing the Nakba and Palestinian refugees' rights.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 1231

Rashida Tlaib
Rashida Tlaib
MichiganDemocrat
Ayanna Pressley
Ayanna Pressley
MassachusettsDemocrat
Ilhan Omar
Ilhan Omar
MinnesotaDemocrat
Summer L. Lee
Summer L. Lee
PennsylvaniaDemocrat
André Carson
André Carson
IndianaDemocrat
Cori Bush
Cori Bush
MissouriDemocrat

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