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Renaming: Judea and Samaria Replaces West Bank in US Government Documents

This act changes how the U.S. government refers to a specific area in the Middle East. Instead of using "West Bank," official documents will now use "Judea and Samaria." This aims to standardize terminology in government communications, potentially influencing the perception of the region in official relations.
Key points
The U.S. government will use "Judea and Samaria" instead of "West Bank" in all official documents and communications.
The prohibition on using "West Bank" applies to most government expenditures and activities, with exceptions for international treaty obligations.
The Secretary of State can waive this prohibition if deemed in the U.S. interest, with a notification to Congress.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_384
Sponsor: Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR]
Process start date: 2025-02-04
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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_S_384.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-02-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The U.S. government will use "Judea and Samaria" instead of "West Bank" in all official documents and communications.
  • The prohibition on using "West Bank" applies to most government expenditures and activities, with exceptions for international treaty obligations.
  • The Secretary of State can waive this prohibition if deemed in the U.S. interest, with a notification to Congress.
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 Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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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