A resolution affirming that Hamas cannot retain any political or military control in the Gaza Strip.

3/18/2025, 1:31 PM
Congress
119

Number
SRES - 72

Introduced on
2025-02-11

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
Lindsey Graham

Cosponsors
John Fetterman
Richard Blumenthal
Katie Boyd Britt
Tom Cotton
Jacky Rosen

Variations and Revisions

2/11/2025

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Passed in Senate

Purpose and Summary

This resolution affirms that Hamas cannot be allowed to retain any political or military control in the Gaza Strip. The resolution also (1) calls on the President to use economic and diplomatic tools to halt funding for Hamas from Iran and elsewhere; and (2) supports Israel as it defends itself from Hamas, Iran, and Iranian proxies.

Bill 119 sres 72 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress that aims to affirm that Hamas, a Palestinian militant group, should not be allowed to maintain any political or military control in the Gaza Strip. The resolution highlights the violent and extremist actions of Hamas, including launching rockets into Israel and using civilians as human shields.

The resolution emphasizes the need for a peaceful and stable Gaza Strip, free from the influence of Hamas. It calls on the international community to support efforts to disarm and dismantle Hamas, in order to promote peace and security in the region.

The resolution also condemns Hamas for its violations of human rights and international law, including targeting civilians and using children as soldiers. It calls on Hamas to renounce violence and terrorism, and to engage in peaceful negotiations with Israel. Overall, Bill 119 sres 72 underscores the importance of preventing Hamas from maintaining control in the Gaza Strip, in order to promote peace, security, and stability in the region.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution affirming that Hamas cannot retain any political or military control in the Gaza Strip.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary3/17/2025

This resolution affirms that Hamas cannot be allowed to retain any political or military control in the Gaza Strip. The resolution also (1) calls on the President to use economic and diplomatic tools to halt funding for Hamas from Iran and elsewhe...


Latest Action3/13/2025
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1751; text: 02/11/2025 CR S863)