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- H.R.588
H.R.588: To take certain steps toward recognition by the United States of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 109th Congress
- This bill is primarily about international affairs
- Introduced Feb. 2, 2005
- Latest Major Action March 17, 2005
- See the five similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
42 (13 Democrats, 30 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Prohibits the United States from operating a U.S. consulate in Jerusalem unless it is under the supervision of the U.S. Ambassador to Israel. Requires any official U.S. Government document which lists countries and their capital cities to identify Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. Declares that, for purposes of registration of birth, certification of nationality, or issuance of a passport of a U.S. citizen born in the city of Jerusalem, the...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East and Central Asia.
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| Feb. 2, 2005 |
Introduced in the House by Thomas M. Reynolds (R-N.Y.) |