S 5303: Stand with Israel Act

Congress: 118 · Status: active · Israel/Palestine classification: pro-Israel

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Sponsor: Risch, James E. (R-Idaho)

Editorial Explainer

Prohibits the US from funding any UN body that expels, downgrades, suspends, or restricts Israel's membership or participation. The ban applies to all federal money flowing to the UN and its agencies, funds, and programs.

Why it matters

This establishes a financial consequence for UN actions against Israel, potentially blocking US contributions to UN bodies that take certain measures. It signals congressional intent to protect Israel's standing at the UN, though the practical impact depends on which UN bodies might trigger the restriction.

Cosponsors (34)