Recognizes the independence of Israel as a significant event in providing refuge and a national homeland for the Jewish people and in establishing a democracy in the Middle East.
Commends the bipartisan commitment of successive U.S. administrations and Congresses since 1948 to stand by Israel.
Asserts the commitment of Congress to stand with Israel during times of uncertainty and reaffirms its bipartisan support for the alliance and friendship between the United States and Israel.
Supports Israel's right to exist as a democratic, Jewish state and to defend itself and its people.
Congratulates the United States and Israel for the strengthening of bilateral relations during the past decade in the fields of defense, diplomacy, and homeland security.
Congratulates the people of Israel as they celebrate the 65th anniversary of Israel's independence.
[Congressional Bills 113th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Con. Res. 30 Introduced in House (IH)]
113th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. CON. RES. 30
Recognizing the 65th anniversary of the independence of the State of
Israel.
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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
April 10, 2013
Mr. Radel (for himself, Ms. Meng, Mr. King of New York, and Mr.
Schneider) submitted the following concurrent resolution; which was
referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs
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CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
Recognizing the 65th anniversary of the independence of the State of
Israel.
Whereas, on May 14, 1948, the State of Israel declared its independence;
Whereas the United States was one of the first nations to recognize Israel, only
11 minutes after its creation;
Whereas Israel has provided the opportunity for Jews from all over the world to
reestablish their ancient homeland;
Whereas Israel is home to many religious sites sacred to Judaism, Christianity,
and Islam;
Whereas Israel provided a refuge to Jews who survived the unprecedented horrors
of the Holocaust;
Whereas the people of Israel have established a pluralistic democracy which
includes the freedoms cherished by the people of the United States,
including freedom of speech, freedom of religion, freedom of
association, freedom of the press, and government by the consent of the
governed;
Whereas Israel continues to serve as a shining model of democratic values by
regularly holding free and fair elections, promoting the free exchange
of ideas, and vigorously exercising in its Parliament, the Knesset, a
democratic government that is fully representative of its citizens;
Whereas Israel has bravely defended itself from terrorist and military attacks
repeatedly since independence;
Whereas the rocket attacks that have targeted Israel in recent years have caused
casualties and have destroyed homes, schools, buildings, roads, power
lines, and other significant infrastructure;
Whereas Israel has signed landmark peace treaties and successfully established
peaceful bilateral relations with neighboring Egypt and Jordan;
Whereas it is imperative for all countries in the Middle East, and for United
States interests in the Middle East, that these peace treaties continue
to be recognized and upheld by all involved parties;
Whereas despite the violence perpetrated against innocent Israelis over the last
several years at the hands of terrorists, the people of Israel continue
to seek peace with their Palestinian neighbors;
Whereas Iran, which rejects Israel's right to exist as a nation, is a continued
threat to both Israel's and the United States safety and security, both
through its support of terrorist groups like Hamas and Hezbollah and
through its ongoing efforts to acquire nuclear weapons;
Whereas the United States is committed to ensuring that Israel maintains its
qualitative military edge;
Whereas the United States and Israel enjoy a strategic partnership based on
shared democratic values, friendship, respect, and justice;
Whereas the people of the United States share an affinity with the people of
Israel and view Israel as a strong and trusted ally;
Whereas Israel has turned barren desert into a thriving country that ranks among
the world's leaders in economics, technology, health care, energy, and
humanitarianism;
Whereas Israel has made significant global contributions in the fields of
science, medicine, and technology; and
Whereas Israel's Independence Day on the Jewish calendar coincides this year
with April 16, 2013: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring),
That Congress--
(1) recognizes the independence of the State of Israel as a
significant event in providing refuge and a national homeland
for the Jewish people and in establishing a democracy in the
Middle East;
(2) commends the bipartisan commitment of successive United
States administrations and United States Congresses since 1948
to stand by Israel and work for its security and well-being;
(3) asserts its commitment to continue to stand with Israel
during times of uncertainty;
(4) expresses support for Israel's right to exist as a
democratic, Jewish State, defend itself, and protect the lives
and safety of the Israeli people;
(5) congratulates the United States and Israel for the
strengthening of bilateral relations during the past decade in
the fields of defense, diplomacy, and homeland security, and
encourages both nations to continue their cooperation in
resolving future mutual challenges;
(6) reaffirms its unequivocal, enduring, and bipartisan
support for the alliance and friendship between the United
States and Israel; and
(7) extends warm congratulations and best wishes to the
people of Israel as they celebrate the 65th anniversary of
Israel's independence.
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Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East and North Africa.
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