HB 28-18: Middle East Peace and Two State Solution Resolution (Debating)

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A final vote is now open on this legislation. Representatives, please vote Aye, Nay, or Abstain.

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Can we get some more votes in here?

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This bill has the votes to pass. Vote closes in a little under 24 hours so that's how long y'all have to vote or change your votes.

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JOINT RESOLUTION

To re-affirm the Republic of Atlasia's support for peace in the Middle East and encouragement of the two-state solution regarding Israel and Palestine

Be it Resolved in both houses of the Atlasian Congress Assembled,

Section 1. Purpose
a. Israel has been an indispensable force as a Democratic nation throughout its history
b. Relations between Israel and the Republic of Atlasia provides significant mutual benefit to bring peace in the Middle East and strengthens the bond between both countries

Section 2.

a. Upon adoption of this resolution, the Republic of Atlasia shall endorse to re-engage Israel and Palestine in negotiations in order to work toward a two-state solution
b. Annexation of the West Bank jeopardize prospects for such a solution, harm Israel's relations with its neighbors, and heighten hostilities in the region
c. A two-state solution is best to preserve Israel's Jewish and democratic nature in its current form while legitimizing the concerns of the state of Palestine and the sufferings that their people experience
d. Palestine's right to self-determination is assured which will create durable and lasting peace

People's Regional Senate
Passed 5-0 in the Atlasian Senate Assembled,

VOTES
Representative RAZZE
Representative JOSEPH CAO
Representative HARVEY UPDYKE
Representative DEADPREZ
Representative KAISERDAVE
Representative MB
Representative ISHAN
Representative LFROMNJ
Representative NINJA

By a vote of 6-1-1-1 (with Ninja voting late), this bill has passed the House. As it has previously passed the Senate, it will now be sent to the President for signature.