HJRES 135
115th Congress
House
International Affairs
Alliances
Arab-Israeli relations
Gaza Strip
Israel
Middle East
Palestinians
Protest and dissent
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
Terrorism
United Nations
Supporting Israel's right to defend its borders, and for other purposes.
Everywhere this bill has been
2 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Jun 5, 2018
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Jun 5, 2018
Introduced in House
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Plain-English summary
This joint resolution condemns the actions taken by Hamas in Gaza, supports Israel's right to defend itself, and urges the United Nations and U.S. allies to support Israel in its self-defense against Hamas.
The joint resolution reaffirms U.S. concern with the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza caused by Hamas.
What's happening now
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Bill text
1 version
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Committees of jurisdiction
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U.S. Congress. (2026). H.J. Res. 135: Supporting Israel's right to defend its borders, and for other purposes.. 115th Congress. Open America. https://openamerica.io/bill/115-HJRES-135/
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