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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

Summary of Bill HRES 834

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.

Congressional Summary of HRES 834

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. 

Current Status of Bill HRES 834

Bill HRES 834 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 1, 2023. Bill HRES 834 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on November 1, 2023.  Bill HRES 834's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of November 1, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 834

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
6
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 834

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 834

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.
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.

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