Condemning Israeli settlement expansion, settler violence, and related human rights abuses in the West Bank, and calling for accountability and specific United States policy responses to deter further violations and protect the viability of a negotiated two-State solution.
Summary
This House Resolution condemns Israeli settlement expansion, settler violence, and related human rights abuses in the West Bank. It calls for accountability and specific United States policy responses to deter further violations and protect the viability of a negotiated two-State solution. The resolution urges the President and Secretary of State to use available authorities, including the Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act, to impose targeted sanctions on individuals credibly implicated in serious human rights abuses in the West Bank.
Expected Effects
If passed, this resolution would put pressure on the Israeli government to halt settlement expansion and address settler violence. It could also lead to targeted sanctions against individuals involved in human rights abuses in the West Bank. Ultimately, the goal is to protect the viability of a two-state solution.
Potential Benefits
- Potentially promotes human rights and reduces violence in the West Bank.
- Could strengthen the prospects for a negotiated two-state solution.
- May improve the United States' international standing by aligning its policies with international law and human rights norms.
- Could deter future human rights abuses through targeted sanctions.
- Affirms the principle that U.S. taxpayer resources should not subsidize settlement expansion.
Potential Disadvantages
- Could strain relations between the United States and Israel.
- May be perceived as interfering in Israel's internal affairs.
- Sanctions could have unintended economic consequences.
- The resolution may not be effective in achieving its goals.
- Could be seen as biased against Israel.
Constitutional Alignment
The resolution's focus on human rights and international law aligns with the general principles of promoting justice and the general welfare, as stated in the Preamble of the US Constitution. However, the Constitution does not explicitly address foreign policy matters of this nature, leaving significant discretion to the executive and legislative branches. The resolution does not appear to infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or provisions.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).