HRES 218 115th 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: March 21, 2017 Introduced by: Lieu, Ted Democratic · California See on congress.gov

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Jun 29, 2017

Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote .

Jun 29, 2017

Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

May 18, 2017

Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East and North Africa.

Mar 21, 2017

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Mar 21, 2017

Introduced in House

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 promising 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 President to regularize and expand forums of economic dialogue with Israel and foster public and private sector participation.

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

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Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote .

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