H. RES. 1117
Opposing efforts to place one-sided pressure on Israel with respect to Gaza.
Sponsors:
Ms. S ALAZAR, Mrs. C AMMACK, Mrs. K IGGANS of Virginia, Mrs. MILLER of West Virginia, Mr. L ANGWORTHY, Mr. W OMACK, Mr. RESCHENTHALER, Mr. S ELF, Mr. T ONY GONZALES of Texas, Mr. A DER-HOLT, Ms. T ENNEY, Mr. W ILLIAMS of New York, Mr. N UNN of Iowa, Mr. T IFFANY, Ms. V ANDUYNE, Mr. L AWLER, Mr. Z INKE, Mr. M AST, Mr. M OOLENAAR, Mr. S MITH of Missouri, Mr. B AIRD, Mr. L AMBORN, Mr. A RMSTRONG, Mr. D'E SPOSITO, Mrs. H INSON, and Ms. S TEFANIK
Summary:
This bill opposes efforts to put one-sided pressure on Israel regarding the situation in Gaza. It acknowledges that on October 7, 2023, Hamas terrorists initiated an unprovoked war on Israel, resulting in the death of over 1,200 innocent people and the taking of over 250 innocent hostages, including United States citizens. The bill recognizes Israel's right to self-defense and highlights the close relationship between the United States and Israel, including their designation as major non-NATO allies and strategic partners. It also mentions a recent statement by President Biden calling for an immediate ceasefire. The resolution stands with Israel in defending itself against terrorism, reaffirms Israel's right to self-defense, and opposes any one-sided pressure on Israel related to Gaza, including calls for an immediate ceasefire.
Resolution:
- Stands with Israel in its defense against the war launched by Hamas and other terrorists.
- Reaffirms Israel's right to self-defense.
- Opposes one-sided pressure on Israel regarding Gaza, including recent calls for an immediate ceasefire.