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S.Res. 6 · 111th Congress

A resolution expressing solidarity with Israel in Israel's defense against terrorism in the Gaza Strip.

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Never voted on. It didn't reach a floor vote before the 111th Congress ended, so it expired. A bill has to be introduced again to be considered in a new Congress.

No cosponsors.

Expresses the Senate's: (1) solidarity with Israel as it takes necessary steps to provide security to its people and commitment to Israel's right to self-defense; and (2) commitment to promote economic relations and partnerships in technology and alternative energy between the United States and Israel in order to stimulate both countries' economies in this…

What it does: CRS summary · Introduced in Senate · Jan 6, 2009

Expresses the Senate's: (1) solidarity with Israel as it takes necessary steps to provide security to its people and commitment to Israel's right to self-defense; and (2) commitment to promote economic relations and partnerships in technology and alternative energy between the United States and Israel in order to stimulate both countries' economies in this time of crisis.

Condemns the firing of rockets into civilian areas by the terrorist groups of Hamas and the Islamic Jihad.

Urges: (1) all Arab states to declare strong opposition to terrorism and terrorist attacks on civilians; and (2) all parties in the Middle East to pursue regional peace.

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

About this bill and sources

Official title: A resolution expressing solidarity with Israel in Israel's defense against terrorism in the Gaza Strip.

Latest action (Jan 6, 2009): Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S148-149)

Policy area: International Affairs · Origin: Senate · Introduced: Jan 6, 2009

Official page on Congress.gov · Bill text (GovInfo) · Status record (XML)

No recorded floor vote found.