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Reaffirming Israel's Right to Exist and Condemning Antisemitism and Terrorism

This U.S. House resolution does not change domestic law but establishes the official stance of Congress on the Middle East conflict. For citizens, it clarifies U.S. foreign policy, including the condemnation of terrorism and antisemitism, potentially influencing public discourse and the security of Jewish communities domestically. The resolution also demands the release of hostages, including U.S. citizens, which is vital for their families.
Key points
The House reaffirms Israel's right to exist and defend its citizens against terrorist organizations and their state backers.
Condemnation of all forms of antisemitism and rejection of false moral equivalence between the Israeli Government and terrorist regimes (Hamas).
Demand for the safe return of all hostages, including United States civilians, taken during the October 7, 2023, attacks.
Rejection of narratives supporting genocide and ethnic cleansing, including the phrase 'from the river to the sea, Palestine will be free'.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HRES_849
Sponsor: Rep. Buck, Ken [R-CO-4]
Process start date: 2023-11-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Reaffirming the State of Israel's right to exist, condemning antisemitism in all forms, and rejecting false equivalencies between democracies and terrorist organizations.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_849.

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 2023-11-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The House reaffirms Israel's right to exist and defend its citizens against terrorist organizations and their state backers.
  • Condemnation of all forms of antisemitism and rejection of false moral equivalence between the Israeli Government and terrorist regimes (Hamas).
  • Demand for the safe return of all hostages, including United States civilians, taken during the October 7, 2023, attacks.
  • Rejection of narratives supporting genocide and ethnic cleansing, including the phrase 'from the river to the sea, Palestine will be free'.
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. Buck, Ken [R-CO-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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