Recognizing the 60th anniversary of the founding of the modern State of Israel and reaffirming the bonds of close friendship and cooperation between the United States and Israel.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (28 Apr 2008): Message on Senate action sent to the House.
What this bill does
This bill, H.Con.Res. 322, would have Congress recognize the 60th anniversary of Israel's founding. It would reaffirm the friendship and cooperation between the United States and Israel and state support for Israel's right to self-defense. The resolution also commends the Israeli people for their achievements in building a democratic society.
The bill is a concurrent resolution, meaning it expresses the sentiment of both the House of Representatives and the Senate. It affects the relationship and perception between the two nations by formally recognizing a significant anniversary and reaffirming established bonds.
Introduced in the House of Representatives in April 2008, this bill was later sent to the Senate in April 2008 following action in the House. As a concurrent resolution, it does not require the President's signature to become effective and does not have the force of law.
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Official summary
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The expanded summary of the House passed version is repeated here.)
Recognizes the historic significance of the 60th anniversary of the reestablishment of the State of Israel as a homeland for the Jewish people.
Reaffirms: (1) the bonds of friendship and cooperation which have existed between the United States and Israel for the past 60 years and commits to strengthening those bonds; and (2) support for Israel's right to defend itself against threats to its security and existence.
Commends the people of Israel for their achievements in building a new state and a pluralistic, democratic society in the face of terrorism, as well as hostility and ostracism from many of their neighbors.
Extends best wishes to Israel and the Israeli people for a peaceful and successful future.
Timeline
28 Apr 2008
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 322 do?
- This bill, H.Con.Res. 322, would have Congress recognize the 60th anniversary of Israel's founding. It would reaffirm the friendship and cooperation between the United States and Israel and state support for Israel's right to self-defense. The resolution also commends the Israeli people for their achievements in building a democratic society. The bill is a concurrent resolution, meaning it expresses the sentiment of both the House of Representatives and the Senate. It affects the relationship and perception between the two nations by formally recognizing a significant anniversary and reaffirming established bonds. Introduced in the House of Representatives in April 2008, this bill was later sent to the Senate in April 2008 following action in the House. As a concurrent resolution, it does not require the President's signature to become effective and does not have the force of law.
- Has H.Con.Res. 322 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 322. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 322?
- H.Con.Res. 322 was sponsored by Rep. Pelosi, Nancy [D-CA-8] (D-CA), with 279 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 322?
- Message on Senate action sent to the House. (28 Apr 2008).
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