HRES 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.

Congress: 114 · Status: active · Israel/Palestine classification: pro-Israel

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Sponsor: Ros-Lehtinen, Ileana (R-FL)

Summary

(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.

Editorial Explainer

This resolution expresses congressional support for negotiating a new long-term military aid agreement with Israel that would increase funding compared to previous deals and strengthen Israel's military capabilities, particularly its missile defense systems.

Why it matters

This non-binding resolution signals chamber backing for expanded unconditional military assistance to Israel ahead of any formal appropriations or aid negotiation. It commits Congress to supporting an aid increase without conditioning funds on specific Israeli government actions or policies.

Cosponsors (282)

Roll-call votes (431)