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- H.RES.657
H.RES.657: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding United States support for the State of Israel as it defends itself against unprovoked rocket attacks from the Hamas terrorist organization.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 113th Congress
- This bill is primarily about international affairs
- Introduced July 8, 2014
- Latest Major Action July 11, 2014
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
166 (92 Democrats, 74 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Reaffirms the support of the House of Representatives for Israel's right to defend its citizens and ensure Israel's survival. Condemns the unprovoked rocket fire at Israel and calls on Hamas to cease all rocket and other attacks against Israel.
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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| July 11, 2014 |
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| July 11, 2014 |
On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.
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| July 11, 2014 |
On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.
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| July 11, 2014 |
Considered by unanimous consent.
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| July 11, 2014 |
Committee on Foreign Affairs discharged. |
| July 11, 2014 |
Mr. Royce asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider.
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| July 8, 2014 |
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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| July 8, 2014 |
Introduced in the House by Steve Israel (D-N.Y.) |