Bill Summary: S. 720 Israel Anti-Boycott Act

This bill aims to amend the Export Administration Act of 1979 to include prohibitions on boycotts against Israel fostered by international governmental organizations. It also directs the Export-Import Bank of the United States to oppose any boycotts against Israel. The bill is intended to counter actions taken by the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) against Israel, as well as other discriminatory activities. The bill includes findings, policy statements, and definitions related to the issue.

Summary of Sections

Section 1: Provides the short title of the bill.
Section 2: Contains findings by Congress about the targeting of Israel by the UNHRC and the establishment of a commercial boycott against Israel.
Section 3: States the policy of Congress opposing the UNHRC resolution and actions to boycott, divest from, or sanction Israel.
Section 4: Adds additional prohibitions related to foreign boycotts under the Export Administration Act of 1979.
Section 5: Amends the Export-Import Bank Act of 1945 to include opposition to policies and actions that are politically motivated and target Israel.
Section 6: Provides definitions for terms used in the bill.

The bill also specifies the effective date and the President's role in implementing the amendments.

Sen. Susan Collins

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