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Renaming: Judea and Samaria instead of West Bank in US documents.

This act mandates the U.S. government to use the terms "Judea and Samaria" instead of "West Bank" in official documents. This signifies a change in terminology for government communications, potentially influencing how this region is perceived in U.S. foreign policy. For citizens, this change primarily affects how the U.S. government refers to this area in its publications and statements.
Key points
The U.S. government will use "Judea and Samaria" in official documents, replacing "West Bank."
Funds cannot be used for materials referring to the "West Bank," with exceptions for international obligations.
Numerous existing laws will be updated to reflect the new terminology.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_902
Sponsor: Rep. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-24]
Process start date: 2025-01-31
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

RECOGNIZING Judea and Samaria Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_902.

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 2025-01-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The U.S. government will use "Judea and Samaria" in official documents, replacing "West Bank."
  • Funds cannot be used for materials referring to the "West Bank," with exceptions for international obligations.
  • Numerous existing laws will be updated to reflect the new terminology.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-24].

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 2025-12-23.

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Foreign Affairs