Bill · H.R. 4983· House(119-HR-4983)
KOTEL Act
- Introduced
- 8/15/2025
- Last activity
- 8/15/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Sponsored by
- Michael Lawler
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, titled the "Keeping Official Territories Eligible for Land-use Act" or the "KOTEL Act," aims to change current funding restrictions. It seeks to repeal a specific prohibition regarding the use of funds. This prohibition currently concerns the acquisition, development, or construction of facilities. The targeted locations include Israel, Jerusalem, and the West Bank. The action would repeal Section 414 of the Omnibus Diplomatic Security and Antiterrorism Act of 1986.
Yes
Does this send more money or help to other countries?+5
The bill allows for the use of funds for site acquisition, development, or construction in Israel, Jerusalem, or the West Bank by repealing existing restrictions.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Removal of funding restrictions: By repealing the prohibition found in Section 2, funds could be used for site acquisition, development, or construction of facilities in Israel, Jerusalem, or the West Bank.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Increases Foreign Aid+5
- 8/15/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Introduced in House