HR 598 · 107th Congress · International Affairs

To take certain steps toward recognition by the United States of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel.

Introduced 2001-02-13· Sponsored by Rep. Reynolds, Thomas M. [R-NY-27]· House

Bill Progress

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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.(2001-02-13)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Prohibits the United States from operating a U.S. consulate in Jerusalem unless it is under the supervision of the U.S. Ambassador to Israel. Requires any official U.S. Government document which lists countries and their capital cities to identify Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. Declares that, for purposes of registration of birth, certification of nationality, or issuance of a passport of a U.S. citizen born in the city of Jerusalem, the Secretary of State shall, upon the citizen's (or the citizen's legal guardian's) request, record the place of birth as Israel.…

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Cosponsors (20)

6 Democrats14 Republicans