Bill · H.Res. 852· House(119-HRES-852)
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Israel maintains sovereignty over the Temple Mount and recognizing the importance of religious freedom for all on the Temple Mount.
- Introduced
- 10/31/2025
- Last activity
- 10/31/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Sponsored by
- Claudia Tenney
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 0
- 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 view of the House of Representatives that Israel maintains sovereignty over the Temple Mount. It points out that the Temple Mount is the holiest site in Judaism and also holy to Christians and Muslims. The text highlights historical connections and past U.S. laws and actions recognizing Jerusalem as Israel's capital. It notes that Jewish and Christian rights and access to the site are currently restricted compared to Muslim access. Finally, the resolution affirms the right of Jewish people to full access, prayer, and worship on the Temple Mount.
Yes
Does this protect the freedom to practise a religion?+4
The resolution expresses support for religious freedom and equal access to holy sites in Jerusalem.
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+3
The resolution reaffirms United States support and recognition of Israeli sovereignty over Jerusalem.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Affirms Access and Worship: Under resolved clause (1), the resolution affirms the right of the Jewish people to full access, prayer, and worship on the Temple Mount, which could be seen as positive for individuals seeking expanded religious freedoms and equal access to the site.
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Supports Worshippers and Structures: Under resolved clause (3), the resolution supports the Government of Israel in safeguarding the rights of Muslim worshippers and the integrity of Islamic structures, which may be viewed as a positive outcome for Muslim individuals utilizing the site.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
The provided text does not explicitly identify or outline specific sections or provisions that create negative consequences, burdens, or penalties for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Religious Freedom+4
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+3
- 10/31/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
Clay HigginsRepublican · Louisiana