House Simple Resolution 218
115th Congress(2017-2018)
Recognizing the importance of the United States-Israel economic relationship and encouraging new areas of cooperation.
Introduced
Introduced in House on Mar 21, 2017
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Simple Resolution
Simple Resolution
A form of legislative measure introduced and potentially acted upon by only one congressional chamber and used for the regulation of business only within the chamber of origin. Depending on the chamber of origin, they begin with a designation of either H.Res. or S.Res. Joint resolutions and concurrent resolutions are other types of resolutions.
Bill Number
218
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 House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
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.
March 21, 2017
06/29/2017
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote .
06/29/2017
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
05/18/2017
Referred to the Subcommittee on Middle East and North Africa.
03/21/2017
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
03/21/2017
Introduced in House
Public Record
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