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Recognizing the 64th anniversary of the independence of the State of Israel.

Introduced: March 29, 2012 See on congress.gov

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May 7, 2012

Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East and South Asia .

Mar 29, 2012

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Mar 29, 2012

Introduced in House

Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Recognizes Israel's independence as a significant event in providing refuge and a national homeland for the Jewish people and congratulates Israel's people as they celebrate the 64th anniversary of Israel's independence.

Commends the bipartisan commitment of all U.S. administrations and congresses since 1948 to stand by Israel and work for its security and well-being.

Supports Israel's right to confront and eliminate nuclear threats posed by Iran, including the use of military force if no other peaceful solution can be found within a reasonable time.

Congratulates the United States and Israel for the strengthening of bilateral relations in the fields of defense, diplomacy, and homeland security.

What's happening now May 7, 2012

Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East and South Asia .

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