United States 113th Congress Status: Died 1 R cosponsors

SRES 498 — A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding United States support for the State of Israel as it defends itself against unprovoked rocket attacks from the Hamas terrorist organization.

Last action — Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4626)

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Summary

Reaffirms the support of the Senate 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. Calls on Palestinian Authority (PA) President Mahmoud Abbas to dissolve the unity governing arrangement with Hamas and condemn the attacks on Israel.

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Action History

  1. Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4626)

  2. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 469.

  3. Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Menendez without amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.

  4. Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.

  5. Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4417)

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 546 not signed on

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Frequently asked questions

What does SRES 498 do?
Reaffirms the support of the Senate 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. Calls on Palestinian Authority (PA) President Mahmoud Abbas to dissolve the unity governing arrangement with Hamas and condemn the attacks on Israel.
Who sponsors SRES 498?
SRES 498 is sponsored by Lindsey Graham (R).
What is the current status of SRES 498?
This bill died with 113th Congress. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track SRES 498?
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