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Senate Simple Resolution 797
119th Congress(2025-2026)
A resolution requesting information on Israel's human rights practices pursuant to section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961.
Introduced
Introduced
Submitted in Senate on Jun 24, 2026
Overview
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The bill requests the Secretary of State to submit a report on Israel's human rights practices, including alleged violations since February 28, 2026. This report should cover the destruction of homes and civilian infrastructure in Lebanon, civilian casualties in "evacuation zones," and the use of certain military tactics. Additionally, it should assess the use of United States-provided resources in these operations and any actions taken to address potential violations of international law or assurances to the United States. If approved, this bill would impact the government's obligation to investigate and report on Israel's actions in Lebanon and assess their compliance with international humanitarian law and human rights standards.

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Introduced
Jun 24, 2026
Latest Action
Jun 24, 2026
Origin Chamber
Senate
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
797
Congress
119
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.
Sponsorship by Party
Democrat
Vermont
Senate Votes (0)
No Senate votes have been held for this bill.
Summary

This resolution requests that the Department of State provide Congress with specified information on Israel’s human rights practices in Lebanon since February 28, 2026.

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Actions (2)
06/24/2026
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S3220)
06/24/2026
Submitted in Senate
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S.Res.797 119 A resolution requesting information on Israels human rights practices pursuant to section
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