SRES410119th Congress

A resolution calling on the President to recognize a demilitarized State of Palestine, as consistent with international law and the principles of a two-state solution, alongside a secure State of Israel.

Sponsored By: Senator Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]

Introduced

Summary

Two-state solution: This resolution would urge U.S. recognition of a demilitarized State of Palestine alongside a secure State of Israel consistent with international law and mutual recognition.

Show full summary
  • Palestinian leaders and voters would be urged to hold elections in 2026 and carry out key reforms and commitments to European partners to boost democratic legitimacy.
  • Civilians in Gaza would be the focus of a call for Israel to end the war there and to surge humanitarian aid into the territory.
  • The resolution would demand that Hamas end its campaign of terrorism, lay down its arms, and unconditionally release all hostages.
  • It would encourage Israeli and Palestinian leaders, Arab states, and the international community to begin planning post-conflict security, governance, and reconstruction toward a comprehensive regional peace.

Personalized for You

How does this bill affect your finances?

Personalize government policy and PRIA will tell you what this bill means for your household, plus every other piece of legislation we track. PRIA reads each provision against your financial profile to show you exactly what matters to your wallet.

Bill Overview

No Economic Impacts Identified for this Bill

Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]

OR • D

Cosponsors

  • Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD]

    MD • D

    Sponsored 9/18/2025

  • Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT]

    VT • D

    Sponsored 9/18/2025

  • Sen. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT]

    VT • I

    Sponsored 9/18/2025

  • Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA]

    VA • D

    Sponsored 9/18/2025

  • Sen. Smith, Tina [D-MN]

    MN • D

    Sponsored 9/18/2025

  • Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI]

    WI • D

    Sponsored 9/18/2025

  • Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI]

    HI • D

    Sponsored 9/18/2025

  • Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]

    IL • D

    Sponsored 9/19/2025

  • Sen. Luján, Ben Ray [D-NM]

    NM • D

    Sponsored 9/19/2025

Roll Call Votes

No roll call votes available for this bill.

View on Congress.gov
Back to Legislation