CONDEMNS ATTACK ON ISRAEL House SponsorsRep. Brad Halbrook-Paul Jacobs, William E Hauter, Dan Caulkins, Michael J. Coffey, Jr., Chris Miller, Dave Severin, Kevin Schmidt, Joe C. Sosnowski, Dan Swanson, Blaine Wilhour, Jennifer Sanalitro, Travis Weaver, Martin McLaughlin, David Friess and Adam M. Niemerg 1/7/2025HouseSession Sine Die Condemns the attacks on the State of Israel and its people and strongly implores the government of Israel to bring the terrorist organization, Hamas, to an end. Reaffirms Illinois' support and unwavering commitment to the welfare, security, and survival of the State of Israel. Recognizes Israel's right to act decisively and unilaterally in self-defense to protect its citizens. Expresses Illinois' support for Israel's right to pursue without interference or condemnation the elimination of Hamas until Hamas is permanently neutralized and public safety is assured. Conveys Illinois' most heartfelt condolences to all Israeli victims as well as their families and communities. Calls upon Illinois law enforcement to remain vigilant in protecting Israeli Americans, Jewish Americans, and all supporters of Israel from acts of crime and unlawful discrimination that tend to manifest at such times. Encourages all other American states to likewise condemn Hamas as well as any official body that refuses to recognize Israel's right to act decisively in self-defense to protect its citizens. Calls upon the United States to provide assistance to support Israel in its defense against Hamas and all other terrorist organizations that threaten its sovereignty. 10/20/2023HouseFiled with the Clerk by Rep. Brad Halbrook 10/23/2023HouseAdded Co-Sponsor Rep. William E Hauter 10/23/2023HouseAdded Co-Sponsor Rep. Dan Caulkins 10/23/2023HouseAdded Co-Sponsor Rep. Michael J. Coffey, Jr. 10/23/2023HouseAdded Co-Sponsor Rep. Paul Jacobs 10/23/2023HouseAdded Co-Sponsor Rep. Chris Miller 10/23/2023HouseAdded Co-Sponsor Rep. Dave Severin 10/23/2023HouseAdded Co-Sponsor Rep. Kevin Schmidt 10/23/2023HouseAdded Co-Sponsor Rep. Joe C. Sosnowski 10/23/2023HouseAdded Co-Sponsor Rep. Dan Swanson 10/23/2023HouseAdded Co-Sponsor Rep. Blaine Wilhour 10/23/2023HouseRemoved Co-Sponsor Rep. Paul Jacobs 10/24/2023HouseAdded Co-Sponsor Rep. Jennifer Sanalitro 10/24/2023HouseAdded Co-Sponsor Rep. Travis Weaver 10/24/2023HouseAdded Co-Sponsor Rep. Tony M. McCombie 10/24/2023HouseReferred to Rules Committee 10/26/2023HouseAdded Co-Sponsor Rep. David Friess 10/27/2023HouseAdded Co-Sponsor Rep. Adam M. Niemerg 2/6/2024HouseAdded Chief Co-Sponsor Rep. Paul Jacobs 1/7/2025HouseSession Sine Die