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Version 00 · Introduced in Senate · Jul 30, 1997
Declares that the Congress expresses: (1) its condolences to the people of Israel for the loss of life and serious injuries suffered in the terrorist bombing in the Jerusalem market on July 30, 1997; (2) the solidarity of the American people with people of Israel; (3) its determination to join with the Israeli Government in fighting terrorism; and (4) its commitment to peace in the Middle East. Urges Yasser Arafat and officials of the Palestinian Authority to: (1) do more to combat terrorism and eliminate terrorist networks in areas under their control; and (2) cooperate more intensively with the Israeli Government in fighting terrorism. Urges all parties to work to end terrorism to promote lasting peace and security in the region.
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Sen. Helms, Jesse [R-NC] · R–NC
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Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 140.
Committee on Foreign Relations. Original measure reported to Senate by Senator Helms with a preamble. Without written report.
Committee on Foreign Relations. Original measure reported to Senate by Senator Helms with a preamble. Without written report.
Committee on Foreign Relations ordered to be reported an original measure.
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S8367-8368)
Introduced in Senate
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