Recognizing the Consul General of Israel to the Pacific Northwest.
This bill formally recognizes the Consul General of Israel to the Pacific Northwest and expresses appreciation for their work in strengthening ties between Washington State and Israel. It highlights the consulate's role in providing consular services to Israeli Americans and visitors while promoting cultural exchanges and economic opportunities in technology, climate action, agriculture, biotechnology, and cybersecurity. The resolution acknowledges Ambassador Marco Sermoneta's service since 2022 and his efforts to build connections with political, business, and community leaders in the region. This is a commemorative measure that does not create new laws or funding but serves to honor diplomatic efforts between the two states.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
House Passage
Mar 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Mar 2, 2026
Last action Mar 2, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Total actions
2
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Mar 2, 2026
Lower · Passed
Adopted.
lower
Mar 2, 2026
Introduced
Introduced.
lower
1 primary · 12 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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