Encouraging the expansion and strengthening of the Abraham Accords to urge other nations to normalize relations with Israel and ensure that existing agreements reap tangible security and economic benefits for the citizens of those countries and all peoples in the region.

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Summary of Bill HRES 311

Bill 118 HRES 311, also known as the Encouraging the expansion and strengthening of the Abraham Accords Act, aims to promote the normalization of relations between Israel and other nations in the Middle East. The Abraham Accords, signed in 2020, were historic agreements that established diplomatic ties between Israel and several Arab countries.

The purpose of this bill is to urge more nations to join the Abraham Accords and to ensure that existing agreements result in tangible security and economic benefits for the citizens of those countries and the entire region. By expanding and strengthening the Abraham Accords, the bill seeks to foster peace and stability in the Middle East.

The bill emphasizes the importance of promoting cooperation and dialogue between Israel and its neighbors, as well as the need to address security concerns and promote economic development in the region. It also highlights the potential for the Abraham Accords to serve as a model for future peace agreements in the Middle East. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 311 aims to encourage the expansion and strengthening of the Abraham Accords in order to promote peace, security, and prosperity in the Middle East.

Congressional Summary of HRES 311

This resolution encourages the United States and Israel to continue deepening and expanding cooperation on economic, security, and civilian issues. The resolution also encourages the expansion and strengthening of the Abraham Accords.

The Abraham Accords are agreements to normalize or improve relations between Israel and four members of the Arab League: the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Morocco, and Sudan.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 311

Bill HRES 311 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 20, 2023. Bill HRES 311 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 20, 2023. Bill HRES 311's most recent activity was Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. as of April 25, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 311

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International Affairs

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BahrainInternational law and treatiesIsraelMiddle EastUnited Arab Emirates

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 311

Encouraging the expansion and strengthening of the Abraham Accords to urge other nations to normalize relations with Israel and ensure that existing agreements reap tangible security and economic benefits for the citizens of those countries and all peoples in the region.Encouraging the expansion and strengthening of the Abraham Accords to urge other nations to normalize relations with Israel and ensure that existing agreements reap tangible security and economic benefits for the citizens of those countries and all peoples in the region.

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