US SR90 | 2017-2018 | 115th Congress
Status
Spectrum: Bipartisan Bill
Status: Introduced on March 21 2017 - 25% progression, died in committee
Action: 2017-03-21 - Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1895)
Pending: Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]
Status: Introduced on March 21 2017 - 25% progression, died in committee
Action: 2017-03-21 - Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1895)
Pending: Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]
Summary
A resolution recognizing the importance of the United States-Israel economic relationship and encouraging new areas of cooperation. Affirms that the U.S.-Israel economic partnership has benefitted both countries and is a foundational component of the strong alliance. Recognizes that science and technology innovation present promising new frontiers for U.S.-Israel economic cooperation, particularly in light of widespread drought, cybersecurity attacks, and other major challenges impacting the United States. Encourages the President to regularize and expand forums of economic dialogue with Israel and foster public and private sector participation. Supports the exploration of new agreements with Israel, including in the fields of energy, water, agriculture, medicine, neurotechnology, and cybersecurity.
Title
A resolution recognizing the importance of the United States-Israel economic relationship and encouraging new areas of cooperation.
Sponsors
Sen. David Perdue [R-GA] | Sen. Cory Gardner [R-CO] | Sen. Marco Rubio [R-FL] | Sen. Susan Collins [R-ME] |
Sen. Johnny Isakson [R-GA] | Sen. Ted Cruz [R-TX] | Sen. Christopher Coons [D-DE] | Sen. Tim Kaine [D-VA] |
Sen. Gary Peters [D-MI] | Sen. Jon Tester [D-MT] |
History
Date | Chamber | Action |
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2017-03-21 | Senate | Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1895) |
Same As/Similar To
HR218 (Same As) 2017-06-29 - Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote .
Subjects
Advanced technology and technological innovations
Computer security and identity theft
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
General energy matters
International affairs
International organizations and cooperation
Israel
Middle East
Public-private cooperation
Scientific communication
Water use and supply
Computer security and identity theft
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
General energy matters
International affairs
International organizations and cooperation
Israel
Middle East
Public-private cooperation
Scientific communication
Water use and supply
US Congress State Sources
Type | Source |
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Summary | https://www.congress.gov/bill/115th-congress/senate-resolution/90/all-info |
Text | https://www.congress.gov/115/bills/sres90/BILLS-115sres90is.pdf |