SRES 188 United States Senate · 118th Congress

A resolution celebrating the 75th anniversary of the founding of the State of Israel, and for other purposes.

SRES 188 is a symbolic Senate resolution celebrating the 75th anniversary of Israel's founding on May 14, 2023. It formally recognizes Israel's establishment, reaffirms the U.S.-Israel partnership, and highlights shared democratic values, security cooperation, and diplomatic achievements like the Abraham Accords. The resolution has no policy impact or direct effect on individuals or legislation - it serves solely as a ceremonial expression of support. It was introduced by a bipartisan group of senators and passed without implementing new laws or funding.
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May 2023
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Introduced May 2, 2023 Last action May 2, 2023
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May 2, 2023
Committee
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S1465-1466)
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May 2, 2023
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1 primary · 51 co-sponsors

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Photo of Robert Menendez
Robert Menendez
DDemocratic
NJ
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Photo of Amy Klobuchar
Amy Klobuchar
DDemocratic
MN
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Photo of Ben Ray Luján
Ben Ray Luján
DDemocratic
NM
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Photo of Benjamin L. Cardin
Benjamin L. Cardin
DDemocratic
MD
n/a
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Photo of Bill Cassidy
Bill Cassidy
RRepublican
LA
n/a
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Photo of Bill Hagerty
Bill Hagerty
RRepublican
TN
n/a
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Photo of Brian Schatz
Brian Schatz
DDemocratic
HI
n/a
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Photo of Catherine Cortez Masto
Catherine Cortez Masto
DDemocratic
NV
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Photo of Charles E. Schumer
Charles E. Schumer
DDemocratic
NY
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Photo of Chris Van Hollen
Chris Van Hollen
DDemocratic
MD
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Photo of Christopher A. Coons
Christopher A. Coons
DDemocratic
DE
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