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Bill113th CongressFiled Feb 28, 2013International Affairs
S.Res. 65

A resolution strongly supporting the full implementation of United States and international sanctions on Iran and urging the President to continue to strengthen enforcement of sanctions legislation.

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What it doesSummary passed senate amended (May 22, 2013)

(This measure has not been amended since it was reported to the Senate on April 17, 2013. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

States that Congress:

  • reaffirms the long-standing bonds of friendship and cooperation between the United States and Israel which enjoy bipartisan support in Congress and among the people of the United States;
  • supports the close military, intelligence, and security cooperation that President Obama has pursued with Israel;
  • condemns the statements and policies of the leaders of the Islamic Republic of Iran threatening Israel's security and existence;
  • recognizes the tremendous threat posed to the United States, the West, and Israel by Iran's pursuit of a nuclear weapons capability;
  • reiterates that U.S. policy is to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon capability and to take necessary action to implement such policy;
  • supports the full implementation of U.S. and international sanctions on Iran;
  • declares that the United States has a vital national interest and commitment to ensuring Israel's existence and security;
  • supports Israel's right to self-defense; and
  • urges that if Israel is compelled to take military action in self-defense against Iran's nuclear weapons program the U.S. government should provide Israel with diplomatic, military, and economic support.

States that nothing in this resolution shall be construed as an authorization for the use of force or a declaration of war.

What just happenedMay 22, 2013

Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and with a preamble by Yea-Nay Vote. 99 - 0. Record Vote Number: 133. (text: CR S3745)

Who’s behind it

Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC](R-SC)Sponsor
91 cosponsors47 D43 R1 I
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  • Agreed to SenateMay 22, 2013
  • Reported to SenateApr 17, 2013
  • Introduced in SenateFeb 28, 2013
  1. May 22, 2013Floor

    Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and with a preamble by Yea-Nay Vote. 99 - 0. Record Vote Number: 133. (text: CR S3745)

  2. May 22, 2013Floor17000

    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and with a preamble by Yea-Nay Vote. 99 - 0. Record Vote Number: 133.(text: CR S3745)

  3. May 22, 2013Floor

    Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR S3736-3745; text as reported in Senate: CR S3736-3737)

  4. Apr 17, 2013Calendars

    Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 43.

  5. Apr 17, 2013Committee

    Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Menendez with an amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.

  6. Apr 17, 2013Committee14000

    Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Menendez with an amendment and with a preamble. Without written report.

  7. Apr 16, 2013Committee

    Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with an amendment favorably.

  8. Feb 28, 2013IntroReferral

    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1035-1036)

  9. Feb 28, 2013IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate

Passed Senate amendedMay 22, 201335

(This measure has not been amended since it was reported to the Senate on April 17, 2013. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

States that Congress:

  • reaffirms the long-standing bonds of friendship and cooperation between the United States and Israel which enjoy bipartisan support in Congress and among the people of the United States;
  • supports the close military, intelligence, and security cooperation that President Obama has pursued with Israel;
  • condemns the statements and policies of the leaders of the Islamic Republic of Iran threatening Israel's security and existence;
  • recognizes the tremendous threat posed to the United States, the West, and Israel by Iran's pursuit of a nuclear weapons capability;
  • reiterates that U.S. policy is to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon capability and to take necessary action to implement such policy;
  • supports the full implementation of U.S. and international sanctions on Iran;
  • declares that the United States has a vital national interest and commitment to ensuring Israel's existence and security;
  • supports Israel's right to self-defense; and
  • urges that if Israel is compelled to take military action in self-defense against Iran's nuclear weapons program the U.S. government should provide Israel with diplomatic, military, and economic support.

States that nothing in this resolution shall be construed as an authorization for the use of force or a declaration of war.

Reported to Senate with amendment(s)Apr 17, 20131

States that Congress:

  • reaffirms the long-standing bonds of friendship and cooperation between the United States and Israel which enjoy bipartisan support in Congress and among the people of the United States;
  • supports the close military, intelligence, and security cooperation that President Obama has pursued with Israel;
  • condemns the statements and policies of the leaders of the Islamic Republic of Iran threatening Israel's security and existence;
  • recognizes the tremendous threat posed to the United States, the West, and Israel by Iran's pursuit of a nuclear weapons capability;
  • reiterates that U.S. policy is to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon capability and to take necessary action to implement such policy;
  • supports the full implementation of U.S. and international sanctions on Iran;
  • declares that the United States has a vital national interest and commitment to ensuring Israel's existence and security;
  • supports Israel's right to self-defense; and
  • urges that if Israel is compelled to take military action in self-defense against Iran's nuclear weapons program the U.S. government should provide Israel with diplomatic, military, and economic support.

States that nothing in this resolution shall be construed as an authorization for the use of force or a declaration of war.

Introduced in SenateFeb 28, 2013

States that Congress:

  • reaffirms the long-standing bonds of friendship and cooperation between the United States and Israel which enjoy bipartisan support in Congress and among the people of the United States;
  • supports the close military, intelligence, and security cooperation that President Obama has pursued with Israel;
  • condemns the statements and policies of the leaders of the Islamic Republic of Iran threatening Israel's security and existence;
  • recognizes the tremendous threat posed to the United States, the West, and Israel by Iran's pursuit of a nuclear weapons capability;
  • reiterates that U.S. policy is to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon capability and to take necessary action to implement such policy;
  • supports the full implementation of U.S. and international sanctions on Iran;
  • declares that the United States has a vital national interest and commitment to ensuring Israel's existence and security;
  • supports Israel's right to self-defense; and
  • urges that if Israel is compelled to take military action in self-defense the U.S. government should provide Israel with diplomatic, military, and economic support.

States that nothing in this resolution shall be construed as an authorization for the use of force or a declaration of war.

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