HRES 551 114th Congress House International Affairs Advanced technology and technological innovations Computer security and identity theft Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad General energy matters International organizations and cooperation Israel Middle East Public-private cooperation Scientific communication Water use and supply

Recognizing the importance of the United States-Israel economic relationship and encouraging new areas of cooperation.

Introduced: December 3, 2015 Introduced by: Lieu, Ted Democratic · California See on congress.gov

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Feb 24, 2016

Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.

Feb 24, 2016

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

Feb 17, 2016

Subcommittee on Middle East and North Africa Discharged.

Feb 12, 2016

Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East and North Africa.

Dec 3, 2015

Introduced in House

Dec 3, 2015

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Affirms that the U.S.-Israel economic partnership has benefitted both countries and is a foundational component of the strong alliance.

Recognizes that science and technology innovation present new frontiers for U.S.-Israel economic cooperation, particularly in light of widespread drought, cybersecurity attacks, and other major challenges impacting the United States.

Encourages the Administration to expand forums of economic dialogue with Israel.

Supports the exploration of new agreements with Israel, including in the fields of energy, water, agriculture, medicine, neurotechnology and cybersecurity.

What's happening now February 24, 2016

Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.

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