Bill · H.Res. 1146· House(119-HRES-1146)
Standing with the people of Lebanon against the illegal invasion, war crimes, and ethnic cleansing perpetrated by the State of Israel.
- Introduced
- 3/27/2026
- Last activity
- 3/27/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Rashida Tlaib
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the conflict between Israel and Lebanon. It characterizes Israel's actions in Lebanon as an illegal invasion involving war crimes, ethnic cleansing, and the destruction of civilian infrastructure. The text outlines significant loss of life, displacement of people, and the targeting of medical facilities. The resolution seeks to establish a specific policy for the United States regarding these events. It calls for the withdrawal of Israeli forces and an end to military hostilities. Finally, it proposes humanitarian aid and changes to the status of Lebanese nationals in the United States.
Yes· 3 of 9
Does this send more money or help to other countries?+8
The resolution calls for the unconditional delivery of humanitarian and reconstruction aid to the Lebanese people.
Would immigrants be better off under this?+7
The resolution seeks to extend Temporary Protected Status for Lebanese nationals living in the United States.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+6
The call for humanitarian aid and reconstruction provides essential support for vulnerable populations in Lebanon.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Protection of Sovereignty and Safety: The resolution calls for using United States leverage to force an immediate and total withdrawal of Israeli forces from Lebanese territory and an end to all airstrikes and violations of Lebanese sovereignty. (Section 1)
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Ending Military Participation: The policy aims to immediately end all unauthorized United States participation in hostilities in Lebanon. (Section 2)
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Prevention of Land Grabs: The resolution seeks to denounce and reject efforts regarding territorial expansion and the illegal military occupation or annexation of Lebanese territory. (Section 3)
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Accountability for Crimes: The text calls for the investigation and prosecution of suspected war crimes and crimes against humanity committed in Lebanon. (Section 4)
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Stopping Weapons Transfers: The policy calls to cease the transfer of arms, equipment, and logistical support to the State of Israel. (Section 5)
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Prevention of Genocide: The resolution aims to prevent and punish the crime of genocide wherever it occurs. (Section 6)
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Humanitarian Support: The resolution calls for the unconditional delivery of humanitarian and reconstruction aid to the Lebanese people. (Section 7)
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Support for Displaced Persons: The policy seeks to facilitate and insist upon the safe return of displaced Lebanese to their homes. (Section 7)
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Support for Lebanese Americans: The resolution proposes to redesignate and extend Temporary Protected Status for Lebanon until it is safe for Lebanese nationals in the United States to return home. (Section 8)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts for individuals or groups of people are explicitly detailed as consequences of the policy within the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Immigrants+7Good For Low Income Households+6Good For Urban Residents+5
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Pathway To Citizenship+6Improves Affordable Housing+5Improves Racial Equity+5
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Increases Foreign Aid+8Improves International Alliances+3
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Roads And Bridges+5
- 3/27/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.