The House of Representatives of Delaware passed a CEASEFIRE resolution on May 7, 2024 (it was introduced on April 25, 2024)
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 152nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY
HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 125
RECOGNIZING THE HUMANITARIAN CRISIS IN GAZA AND SUPPORTING AN IMMEDIATE AND LASTING CEASEFIRE.
WHEREAS, we are united in grieving the unjust killing by Hamas of over 1,200 Israelis on October 7, 2023, an act which shocks the conscience and is a stark reminder that Israeli citizens live under a cloud of potential deadly violence each day; and
WHEREAS, tens of thousands of Palestinian civilians have been killed since October 2023; and
WHEREAS, bombing has displaced 90% of Gaza’s population, destroyed half of the housing in Gaza, and created a humanitarian crisis for over 2 million Gazan civilians who are without shelter, food, water, electricity, and healthcare; and
WHEREAS, more than 484 healthcare workers and 97 journalists and media workers have been killed in Gaza since October; and
WHEREAS, polling shows a majority of Americans support a ceasefire in Gaza.
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED that the House of Representatives of the 152nd General Assembly of the State of Delaware, the Senate concurring therein, supports an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, including the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages, delivery of immediate and sustained humanitarian aid to Gaza, and diplomatic action to facilitate long-term and mutually respectful peace in the region.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that 152nd General Assembly affirms its commitment to stand against antisemitism, Islamophobia, and anti-Palestinian and Arab bigotry, and its support for the people of both Israel and Palestine to live in peace and security.
SYNOPSIS
This House Concurrent Resolution recognizes the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza and supports a permanent ceasefire, release of all hostages, delivery of immediate and sustained humanitarian aid to Gaza, and diplomatic action to facilitate long-term and mutually respectful peace in the region.
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On January 9, 2024, the following resolution was submitted to the Delaware House. It was “laid on the table” and not debated.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 152nd GENERAL ASSEMBLY
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 26
RECOGNIZING THE GENOCIDE AND HUMANITARIAN CRISIS IN GAZA AND CALLING ON THE BIDEN ADMINSTRATION AND FEDERAL DELEGATION FROM DELAWARE TO SUPPORT A PERMANENT AND LASTING CEASEFIRE.
WHEREAS, we are united in grieving the unjust killing of over 1,200 Israelis on October 7, and 23,000 Palestinians since October, 70% of whom were women and children; and
WHEREAS, indiscriminate bombing has displaced 90% of Gaza’s population, destroyed half of the housing in Gaza, and created a humanitarian crisis for over 2 million Gazan civilians who are without shelter, food, water, electricity, and healthcare, and
WHEREAS, more than 200 healthcare workers and 79 journalists have been killed in Gaza since October, and
WHEREAS, South Africa has filed a case against Israel which will be heard in the International Court of Justice next week. This case has countless examples of actions and statements from Israeli officials expressing genocidal intent against the Palestinian people, and
WHEREAS, House Resolution 786 - Calling for an immediate deescalation and cease-fire in Israel and occupied Palestine was introduced in the United States House of Representatives on October 25, 2023, by House Representative Cori Bush of Missouri on behalf of herself and 17 cosponsors. House Resolution 786 reaffirms that “all human life is precious” and expresses concern for the thousands of people whose health and safety are at risk unless a ceasefire is reached and humanitarian assistance is made available in Gaza; and
WHEREAS, House Resolution 786 urges the Biden administration to use its diplomatic power to advocate for and facilitate deescalation and a ceasefire in Israel and occupied Palestine and further calls on the Biden administration to furnish humanitarian assistance to civilians in Gaza. Members of Congress have further voiced concern for the provision of funding or other resources that will prolong this devastating conflict or contribute to further loss of lives; and
WHEREAS, at least 64 members of Congress have called for an immediate ceasefire or cessation of hostilities in Israel and occupied Palestine, and
WHEREAS, polling shows that 65% of Americans support a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, and
WHEREAS, the United States sends $3.3 billion dollars annually to Israel in military aid, and the majority of Americans do not want to see their tax dollars spent to fund a genocide when those resources could be better spent on priorities like housing and healthcare here at home; and
WHEREAS, the United Nations overwhelmingly passed a resolution demanding an immediate humanitarian ceasefire, the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages as well as ensuring humanitarian access on December 13, 2023.
NOW, THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED by the House of Representatives of the 152nd General Assembly that the House of Representatives calls upon our federal delegation, President Biden, and the President’s administration to work towards a permanent ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, including the release of all hostages and prisoners of war by both sides, delivery of immediate and sustained humanitarian aid to Gaza, and diplomatic action to facilitate long-term peace in the region.
SYNOPSIS
This House Resolution calls upon Delaware’s federal delegation, President Biden, and the President’s administration to work towards a permanent ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, including the release of all hostages and prisoners of war by both sides, delivery of immediate and sustained humanitarian aid to Gaza, and diplomatic action to facilitate long-term peace in the region.