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A concurrent resolution to express the sense of Congress in opposition to the establishment of a new Palestinian consulate or diplomatic mission in Jerusalem.

12/29/2022, 10:48 PM

Summary of Bill SCONRES 34

Bill 117 sconres 34 is a concurrent resolution introduced in the US Congress that expresses the sense of Congress in opposition to the establishment of a new Palestinian consulate or diplomatic mission in Jerusalem. The resolution highlights the longstanding US policy of recognizing Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and the importance of maintaining this stance.

The resolution emphasizes the need for any future negotiations regarding the status of Jerusalem to be conducted directly between the parties involved, without the interference of third parties. It also reaffirms the US commitment to supporting Israel's right to self-determination and security.

Furthermore, the resolution condemns any efforts by the Palestinian Authority to establish a new consulate or diplomatic mission in Jerusalem, viewing it as a provocative and destabilizing action that undermines the prospects for peace in the region. Overall, Bill 117 sconres 34 reflects Congress's strong opposition to any attempts to challenge the status of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and underscores the importance of respecting the sovereignty and security of both Israel and the Palestinian people in any future negotiations.

Congressional Summary of SCONRES 34

This concurrent resolution expresses the sense of Congress that (1) it opposes the establishment of a new Palestinian consulate in Jerusalem, (2) any establishment of a new consulate or diplomatic mission in Jerusalem should not move forward without congressional approval through the passage of new legislation, and (3) the presence of a United States diplomatic mission devoted to a non-state actor in Israel's sovereign capital would be an affront to the territorial integrity of a long-standing U.S. partner and ally.

Current Status of Bill SCONRES 34

Bill SCONRES 34 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 22, 2022. Bill SCONRES 34 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on March 22, 2022.  Bill SCONRES 34's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S1292) as of March 22, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill SCONRES 34

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
22
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
22
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SCONRES 34

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SCONRES 34

A concurrent resolution to express the sense of Congress in opposition to the establishment of a new Palestinian consulate or diplomatic mission in Jerusalem.
A concurrent resolution to express the sense of Congress in opposition to the establishment of a new Palestinian consulate or diplomatic mission in Jerusalem.

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