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S.Res. 151 · 109th Congress

A resolution recognizing the 57th Anniversary of the Independence of the State of Israel.

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  1. Senate Introduced May 19, 2005
  2. Senate Passed May 19, 2005

Recognizes the independence of the State of Israel as a significant event in providing refuge and a national homeland for the Jewish people, and congratulates the people of Israel as they celebrate the 57th anniversary of Israel's independence.

What it does: CRS summary · Passed Senate without amendment · May 19, 2005

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Recognizes the independence of the State of Israel as a significant event in providing refuge and a national homeland for the Jewish people, and congratulates the people of Israel as they celebrate the 57th anniversary of Israel's independence.

Supports Middle East peace efforts, including the disengagement plan of the Israeli government, the Roadmap, and the recent Quartet decision to appoint World Bank President James Wolfensohn as Coordinator for Gaza Disengagement.

Commends the bipartisan commitment of all administrations and Congresses since 1948 to stand by Israel and work for its security and well-being.

Written by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service. All summary versions on Congress.gov

About this bill and sources

Official title: A resolution recognizing the 57th Anniversary of the Independence of the State of Israel.

Latest action (May 19, 2005): Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5548-5549; text as passed Senate: CR S5548-5549; text of measure as introduced: CR S5546)

Policy area: International Affairs · Origin: Senate · Introduced: May 19, 2005

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  1. Senate Introduced May 19, 2005
  2. Senate Passed May 19, 2005

No recorded floor vote found.