Congress has been a bedrock of support for the U.S.-Israel relationship by supporting aid, helping stop Iran's pursuit of a nuclear weapons capability, supporting Israel's right to defend itself and reinforcing American policy that peace will only be achieved through direct negotiations. Below are the current legislative priorities that will strengthen American and Israeli security and the bonds that unite these two allies.
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House members sent a letter to President Obama that urges him to send a strong message of disapproval to the Palestinian leadership for its decision to seek an upgrade of its status at the United Nations.
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Seventy-four senators signed a letter sent to President Obama on Dec. 20 that urges him to continue placing robust pressure on the Iranian regime to persuade it to halt its nuclear weapons program.
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The House and Senate passed resolutions by voice vote that urge the governments of Europe and the European Union to designate Hizballah as a terrorist organization.
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President Obama has requested $3.1 billion in security assistance for Israel as part of his budget for fiscal year 2013.