HRES 473: Calling for the urgent delivery and disbursement of humanitarian aid to address the needs of civilians in Gaza.

Congress: 119 · Status: active · Israel/Palestine classification: pro-Palestine

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Sponsor: Jayapal, Pramila (D-Washington)

Editorial Explainer

This resolution expresses concern about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where 2.2 million people face acute hunger and 10,000 children have been identified with acute malnutrition since January 2025. It calls on the White House, State Department, and other U.S. agencies to use diplomatic tools to secure the immediate delivery and distribution of food and humanitarian aid to Palestinian civilians, alongside efforts to release hostages and end the conflict.

Why it matters

This is a non-binding resolution that signals House sentiment on Gaza humanitarian access ahead of any appropriations or aid-related votes. It documents congressional concern about food scarcity and famine risk, which may inform future debates over conditioning U.S. military or economic support on aid access.

Cosponsors (125)