Bill · H.R. 902· House(119-HR-902)

RECOGNIZING Judea and Samaria Act

Age: 65 years

New York

Introduced: 1/31/2025
Last activity: 1/31/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Sponsored by: Claudia Tenney
Cosponsors: - 11 - 0

International Affairs

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "RECOGNIZING Judea and Samaria Act," seeks to change how the United States government refers to certain lands. It prohibits the use of the term "West Bank" in official government materials, such as policies, press releases, and communications. Instead, it mandates the use of the historical names "Judea" and "Samaria." The bill includes several amendments to existing laws to replace the term "West Bank" with "Judea and Samaria." It also establishes a waiver process for the Secretary of State.

Yes

Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+2
The bill aligns U.S. diplomatic nomenclature with Israeli historical and political perspectives.
Would white Americans be better off under this?+1
The bill aligns with political viewpoints often supported by various domestic constituencies.
Does this tighten control of the border?+1
The bill uses terminology that aligns with Israeli claims over the territory, which relates to border and territorial control.

The opposite

Would immigrants be better off under this?-2
The change in nomenclature may impact the political and legal standing of those living in the designated territories.
Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?-2
The bill changes official terminology regarding disputed territories which may impact the political status and rights of inhabitants in those areas.
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?-1
The bill mandates specific naming conventions that restrict how the government can communicate certain geographic terms.