HRES 729
114th Congress
House
International Affairs
Israel
Middle East
Military assistance, sales, and agreements
Military operations and strategy
Expressing support for the expeditious consideration and finalization of a new, robust, and long-term Memorandum of Understanding on military assistance to Israel between the United States Government and the Government of Israel.
Introduced: May 13, 2016
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Sep 13, 2016
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Sep 13, 2016
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 405 - 4 (Roll no. 504). (text: CR 9/12/2016 H5266-5267)
Sep 13, 2016
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 405 - 4 (Roll no. 504).(text: CR 9/12/2016 H5266-5267)
Sep 13, 2016
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5386-5387)
Sep 12, 2016
At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
Sep 12, 2016
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 729.
Sep 12, 2016
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5266-5270)
Sep 12, 2016
Mr. Royce moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Jul 14, 2016
Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
Jul 14, 2016
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
May 13, 2016
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
May 13, 2016
Introduced in House
Votes taken on this bill
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| Date | Chamber | What was voted on | Result | Yes–No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 13, 2016 | House · vote #504 | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree | Passed | 405–4 | See who voted → |
Plain-English summary
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
Reaffirms:
- that Israel is a major U.S. strategic partner,
- that it is U.S. policy and law to ensure that Israel maintains its qualitative military edge and self-defense capacity, and
- support of an Israeli tiered missile defense program.
Urges finalization of a new Memorandum of Understanding between the United States and Israel.
Supports a long-term Memorandum of Understanding between the United States and Israel that increases the amount of aid from previous agreements and enhances Israel's military capabilities.
What's happening now
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Committees of jurisdiction
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