Senate Concurrent Resolution 29
115th Congress(2017-2018)
A concurrent resolution recognizing the 100th anniversary of the Balfour Declaration.
Introduced
Introduced in Senate on Nov 2, 2017
Origin Chamber
Senate
Type
Concurrent Resolution
Concurrent Resolution
A form of legislative measure used for the regulation of business within both chambers of Congress, not for proposing changes in law. Depending on the chamber of origin, they begin with a designation of either H.Con.Res. or S.Con.Res. Joint resolutions and simple resolutions are other types of resolutions.
Bill Number
29
Congress
115
Policy Area
International Affairs
International Affairs
Primary focus of measure is matters affecting foreign aid, human rights, international law and organizations; national governance; arms control; diplomacy and foreign officials; alliances and collective security. Measures concerning trade agreements, tariffs, foreign investments, and foreign loans may fall under Foreign Trade and International Finance policy area.
No Senate votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Commemorates the centenary of the Balfour Declaration.
Affirms the Senate's commitment to maintaining the strongest of bilateral ties with Israel.
Recognizes the importance of Israel's establishment as a secure and democratic homeland for the Jewish people.
November 2, 2017
11/02/2017
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7003)
11/02/2017
Introduced in Senate
Public Record
Record Updated
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