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Jacky Rosen (D-NV)

A resolution condemning Hamas for its premeditated, coordinated, and brutal terrorist attacks on October 7, 2023, against Israel and demanding that Hamas immediately release all remaining hostages and return them to safety, and for other purposes.

S.Res. 227 · Senate resolution International Affairs

A Democratic resolution with 3 Republican cosponsors · See all 15 cosponsors

Last activity — Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 101.

Cleared committee, waiting for its first floor vote

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Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced
  2. On Calendar

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What this bill would do

This resolution condemns Hamas for its premeditated and brutal terrorist attacks against Israel on October 7, 2023. The text decries the abduction of hostages and the threats made against them. It demands that Hamas immediately release all remaining 58 hostages and return them to safety. Additionally, the resolution calls for Hamas to provide medical care and access to those held captive. Finally, it recognizes the violation of international law and expresses sympathy for the victims and their families.

Yes· 3 of 4

  • Scored +5

    Would children be better off under this?

    The resolution calls for the release of child hostages held by Hamas.

  • Scored +5

    Would people over 65 be better off under this?

    The resolution calls for the release of elderly hostages held by Hamas.

  • Scored +5

    Would women be better off under this?

    The resolution calls for the release of female hostages.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.