H.RES.1249: Urging the Government of the Republic of Iraq to recognize the right of the State of Israel to exist and to establish diplomatic relations with Israel, and for other purposes.

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about international affairs
  • Introduced June 5, 2008
  • Latest Major Action June 5, 2008

Bill Cosponsors

59 (55 Democrats, 5 Republicans)

Bill Summary

Expresses concern that the government of the Republic of Iraq refuses to recognize the existence of Israel and urges Iraq to recognize and establish diplomatic relations with Israel. Calls on the Administration to use its influence to persuade Iraq and other countries with which the United States has diplomatic relations to recognize the right of Israel to exist and to establish diplomatic relations with Israel.

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
June 5, 2008

Introduced in the House by Alcee L. Hastings (D-Fla.)

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