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S.Res. 417 · 118th Congress · International Affairs

A resolution standing with Israel against terrorism.

Passed a chamber Introduced Oct 19, 2023 Latest action Oct 19, 2023

What it does

This resolution states that the Senate stands with Israel as it defends itself, reaffirms Israel's right to self-defense, and calls on all countries to unequivocally condemn Hamas' war on Israel.

The resolution also reaffirms the United States' commitment to Israel's security, supports emergency resupply and certain other types of assistance to Israel, and calls on the United States to lead an international effort to deprive Hamas of Iranian and other sources of funding and lethal assistance.

Furthermore, the resolution states that it may not be construed as a declaration of war or an authorization for the use of military force.

Summary by the Congressional Research Service, Oct 19, 2023 (Introduced in Senate). CRS summarizes bills impartially; it does not take positions.

Roll call votes

DateQuestionParty split (yea)Result
Oct 19, 2023
Senate roll 261
On the ResolutionA resolution standing with Israel against terrorism.
D 46–0 · R 48–0 · I 3–0
Passed
97–0

Latest action

Oct 19, 2023 · Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Yea-Nay Vote. 97 - 0. Record Vote Number: 261. (consideration: CR S5097-5100, S5102; text: S5112-5113)