HRES 888
118th Congress
House
International Affairs
Arab-Israeli relations
Conflicts and wars
Human rights
Israel
Middle East
Palestinians
Religion
Terrorism
Reaffirming the State of Israel's right to exist.
Introduced: November 21, 2023
Introduced by:
Lawler, Michael
Republican
· New York
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To President
Became law
Nov 28, 2023
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Nov 28, 2023
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 412 - 1, 1 Present (Roll no. 677). (text: CR H5923)
Nov 28, 2023
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): 412 - 1, 1 Present (Roll no. 677). (text: CR H5923)
Nov 28, 2023
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5929-5930)
Nov 28, 2023
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.
Nov 28, 2023
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 888.
Nov 28, 2023
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5923-5926)
Nov 28, 2023
Mr. Lawler moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Nov 21, 2023
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Nov 21, 2023
Introduced in House
Votes taken on this bill
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| Date | Chamber | What was voted on | Result | Yes–No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 29, 2023 | House · vote #677 | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree | Passed | 412–1 | See who voted → |
Plain-English summary
This resolution reaffirms Israel's right to exist. It also (1) recognizes that denying Israel's right to exist is a form of antisemitism; (2) rejects calls for Israel's destruction; and (3) condemns the Hamas-led attack on Israel.
What's happening now
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Committees of jurisdiction
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