Supporting, recognizing, and establishing legislation that affirms the sense of Congress that Israel ought to be provided with sufficient material to defend itself against rocket artillery attacks from Hamas and its allies.

12/15/2023, 3:52 PM

This resolution recognizes Israel as a close ally and condemns Hamas' attacks against Israel, as well as any countries or groups facilitating those attacks.

The resolution also recognizes the protection of the Israeli people against Hamas rocket attacks as a matter of importance and calls upon the House of Representatives to account for Israel's need for interceptor missiles when authorizing or appropriating funds to respond to Hamas' October 7, 2023, attacks against Israel. 

Bill 118 HRES 834, also known as the Supporting Israel Against Rocket Attacks Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to affirm the sense of Congress that Israel should be provided with the necessary materials to defend itself against rocket artillery attacks from Hamas and its allies. The bill recognizes the ongoing threat that Israel faces from these attacks and emphasizes the importance of ensuring that Israel has the means to protect its citizens and territory.

The bill highlights the longstanding partnership between the United States and Israel and the shared commitment to promoting peace and security in the region. It calls for increased support for Israel's defense capabilities, including the provision of military aid and assistance in countering rocket attacks.

Overall, Bill 118 HRES 834 underscores the importance of standing with Israel in the face of threats to its security and reaffirms the United States' commitment to ensuring Israel's ability to defend itself against aggression.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 834

Introduced on
2023-11-01

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

11/1/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution recognizes Israel as a close ally and condemns Hamas' attacks against Israel, as well as any countries or groups facilitating those attacks.

The resolution also recognizes the protection of the Israeli people against Hamas rocket attacks as a matter of importance and calls upon the House of Representatives to account for Israel's need for interceptor missiles when authorizing or appropriating funds to respond to Hamas' October 7, 2023, attacks against Israel. 

Bill 118 HRES 834, also known as the Supporting Israel Against Rocket Attacks Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to affirm the sense of Congress that Israel should be provided with the necessary materials to defend itself against rocket artillery attacks from Hamas and its allies. The bill recognizes the ongoing threat that Israel faces from these attacks and emphasizes the importance of ensuring that Israel has the means to protect its citizens and territory.

The bill highlights the longstanding partnership between the United States and Israel and the shared commitment to promoting peace and security in the region. It calls for increased support for Israel's defense capabilities, including the provision of military aid and assistance in countering rocket attacks.

Overall, Bill 118 HRES 834 underscores the importance of standing with Israel in the face of threats to its security and reaffirms the United States' commitment to ensuring Israel's ability to defend itself against aggression.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedSupporting, recognizing, and establishing legislation that affirms the sense of Congress that Israel ought to be provided with sufficient material to defend itself against rocket artillery attacks from Hamas and its allies.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary12/7/2023

This resolution recognizes Israel as a close ally and condemns Hamas' attacks against Israel, as well as any countries or groups facilitating those attacks.


Latest Action11/1/2023
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.