arrow_back Back to App

Jerusalem Embassy Act: Solidifying Israel's Capital Status

This act reaffirms the United States' recognition of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. It ensures that the U.S. Embassy to Israel will remain in Jerusalem and prohibits the establishment of any other U.S. diplomatic facilities there. For citizens, this signifies the continuation of current U.S. foreign policy in the region.
Key points
Reaffirms Jerusalem as the undivided capital of Israel in U.S. policy.
Prohibits opening other U.S. diplomatic facilities in Jerusalem besides the existing embassy.
Ensures public funds will not be used for other diplomatic facilities in Jerusalem.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6004
Sponsor: Rep. Kustoff, David [R-TN-8]
Process start date: 2021-11-17
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash-preview-05-20
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Upholding the 1995 Jerusalem Embassy Law Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6004.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-11-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Reaffirms Jerusalem as the undivided capital of Israel in U.S. policy.
  • Prohibits opening other U.S. diplomatic facilities in Jerusalem besides the existing embassy.
  • Ensures public funds will not be used for other diplomatic facilities in Jerusalem.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Kustoff, David [R-TN-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East, North Africa and Global Counterterrorism.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

CATEGORIES

Security Other