United States 113th Congress Status: Died 1 R cosponsors

SRES 537 — A resolution reaffirming support for Israel's right to defend its citizens and ensure the survival of the State of Israel, and for other purposes.

Last action — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5326-5327)

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Summary

Supports Israel's: (1) right to defend its citizens and ensure Israel's survival, and (2) efforts to deal with the threats posed by Hamas's rockets and tunnels. Condemns Hamas's repeated violation of humanitarian cease fires and its use of suicide bombings. Demands that Hamas return the Israeli soldier kidnapped on August 1, 2014. Calls on the United Nations (U.N.) Secretary General to condemn terrorist attacks by Hamas on Israel. Calls on: (1) Hamas to stop using residents of Gaza as human shields, and (2) the Palestinian people to reject Hamas and its ideology and to seek peace. Urges the international community to condemn the unprovoked rocket fire at Israel.

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Action History

  1. Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S5326-5327)

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Frequently asked questions

What does SRES 537 do?
Supports Israel's: (1) right to defend its citizens and ensure Israel's survival, and (2) efforts to deal with the threats posed by Hamas's rockets and tunnels. Condemns Hamas's repeated violation of humanitarian cease fires and its use of suicide bombings. Demands that Hamas return the Israeli soldier kidnapped on August 1, 2014. Calls on the United Nations (U.N.) Secretary General to condemn terrorist attacks by Hamas on Israel. Calls on: (1) Hamas to stop using residents of Gaza as human shields, and (2) the Palestinian people to reject Hamas and its ideology and to seek peace. Urges the international community to condemn the unprovoked rocket fire at Israel.
Who sponsors SRES 537?
SRES 537 is sponsored by Lindsey Graham (R).
What is the current status of SRES 537?
This bill died with 113th Congress. It reached “In Committee” 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 537?
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