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Bill114th CongressFiled May 13, 2016International Affairs
H.Res. 729

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.

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What it doesSummary passed house without amendment (Sep 13, 2016)

(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 just happenedSep 13, 2016

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Who’s behind it

Rep. Ros-Lehtinen, Ileana [R-FL-27](R-FL)Sponsor
282 cosponsors119 D163 R
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  1. Sep 13, 2016FloorH38310

    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

  2. Sep 13, 2016FloorH37300

    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)

  3. Sep 13, 2016Floor8000

    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)

  4. Sep 13, 2016FloorH30000

    Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H5386-5387)

  5. Sep 12, 2016FloorH37220

    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.

  6. Sep 12, 2016FloorH8D000

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 729.

  7. Sep 12, 2016FloorH30000

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H5266-5270)

  8. Sep 12, 2016FloorH30300

    Mr. Royce moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.

  9. Jul 14, 2016Committee

    Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.

    Foreign Affairs Committee
  10. Jul 14, 2016Committee

    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

    Foreign Affairs Committee
  11. May 13, 2016IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

    Foreign Affairs Committee
  12. May 13, 2016IntroReferralIntro-H

    Introduced in House

  13. May 13, 2016IntroReferral1000

    Introduced in House

Passed House without amendmentSep 13, 201681

(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.

Introduced in HouseMay 13, 2016

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.

Expressing support for the expeditious consideration and finalization of a new, robust, an… — Informed