Encouraging the Department of State and civil society to further the Abraham Accords by encouraging peace and tolerance in education.

9/20/2024, 11:48 AM

Summary of Bill HRES 1476

Bill 118 HRES 1476, also known as the Encouraging Peace and Tolerance in Education Act, aims to promote the goals of the Abraham Accords by encouraging the Department of State and civil society to prioritize peace and tolerance in education. The Abraham Accords, signed in 2020, are a series of agreements aimed at normalizing relations between Israel and several Arab countries.

The bill emphasizes the importance of promoting peace and tolerance in education as a means to foster understanding and cooperation among different cultures and religions. It calls on the Department of State to work with civil society organizations to develop programs and initiatives that promote these values in educational settings.

Specifically, the bill encourages the Department of State to support efforts to incorporate peace and tolerance education into school curricula, promote intercultural exchanges and dialogue, and provide resources and training for educators on how to effectively teach these values. Overall, the Encouraging Peace and Tolerance in Education Act seeks to build on the momentum of the Abraham Accords and promote a culture of peace and understanding in the region through education.

Read the Full Bill

Formatted TextPDFFormatted XML

Current Status of Bill HRES 1476

Bill HRES 1476 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 19, 2024. Bill HRES 1476 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on September 19, 2024.  Bill HRES 1476's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of September 19, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1476

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1476

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1476

Encouraging the Department of State and civil society to further the Abraham Accords by encouraging peace and tolerance in education.Encouraging the Department of State and civil society to further the Abraham Accords by encouraging peace and tolerance in education.
Start holding our government accountable!

Comments

Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 1476

Bradley Scott Schneider
Bradley Scott Schneider
Illinois(Democrat)
Ann Wagner
Ann Wagner
Missouri(Republican)
David J. Trone
David J. Trone
Maryland(Democrat)
Cathy McMorris Rodgers
Cathy McMorris Rodgers
Washington(Republican)

Latest Bills

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Energy relating to "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Walk-In Coolers and Walk-In Freezers".
Bill HJRES 24April 4, 2025
A resolution condemning Beijing's destruction of Hong Kong's democracy and rule of law.
Bill SRES 98April 4, 2025
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to Israel of certain defense articles and services.
Bill SJRES 26April 4, 2025
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to "Prohibition on Creditors and Consumer Reporting Agencies Concerning Medical Information (Regulation V)".
Bill SJRES 36April 4, 2025
A joint resolution terminating the national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Canada.
Bill SJRES 37April 4, 2025
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Israel of certain defense articles and services.
Bill SJRES 33April 4, 2025
A bill to amend the Federal Reserve Act to prohibit the Federal reserve banks from offering certain products or services directly to an individual, to prohibit the use of central bank currency for monetary policy, and for other purposes.
Bill S 1124April 4, 2025
A bill to amend the Federal Agriculture Improvement and Reform Act of 1996 with respect to transitioning producers from the noninsured crop assistance program to the whole farm revenue insurance plan.
Bill S 1271April 4, 2025
A bill to provide for notification to, and review by, Congress with respect to the imposition of duties.
Bill S 1272April 4, 2025
A bill to amend the Farm Credit Act of 1971 to support the commercial fishing industry.
Bill S 1217April 4, 2025