HRES 535: Honoring the life, legacy, and example of Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin on the tenth anniversary of his death.

Congress: 109 · Status: active · Israel/Palestine classification: pro-Israel

Data (JSON) — machine-readable record of this bill (identifiers, sponsor, classification, actions, and the member-by-member vote breakdown).

Official record on Congress.gov — full text, actions, and cosponsor history for HRES 535.

Sponsor: Engel, Eliot L. (D-NY)

Summary

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Honors the historic role of Yitzhak Rabin for his distinguished service to the Israeli people and extends deepest sympathy and condolences to his family and the people of Israel on the tenth anniversary of his death. Reiterates continued support for the close ties and special relationship between the United States and Israel. Expresses admiration for Yitzhak Rabin's legacy and reaffirms the commitment to building a just and lasting peace between Israel and its neighbors. Condemns all acts of terrorism. Reaffirms the sacred principle that democratic leaders and governments must be changed only by the democratically-expressed will of the people.

Editorial Explainer

This resolution honors Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin on the tenth anniversary of his assassination, expresses sympathy to his family and the Israeli people, reaffirms U.S. support for close ties with Israel, and condemns terrorism. It also reaffirms commitment to peace between Israel and its neighbors and the principle that democratic leaders can only be removed through democratic means.

Why it matters

As a non-binding resolution, this is largely symbolic but reflects congressional sentiment toward Israel and Rabin's legacy. It reiterates support for the U.S.-Israel relationship and peace efforts, though such resolutions typically do not affect policy or funding.

Cosponsors (44)

Roll-call votes (432)