IV 
110TH CONGRESS 
2D SESSION 
H. RES. 1369 
Recognizing nongovernmental organizations working to bring just and lasting 
peace between Israelis and Palestinians. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
JULY 23, 2008 
Ms. LEE (for herself, Mr. PAYNE, Ms. WOOLSEY, Mr. DAVIS of Illinois, Mr. 
CARNAHAN, Mr. MILLER of North Carolina, Mr. SIRES, and Ms. JACK-
SON-LEE of Texas) submitted the following resolution; which was referred 
to the Committee on Foreign Affairs 
RESOLUTION 
Recognizing nongovernmental organizations working to bring 
just and lasting peace between Israelis and Palestinians. 
Whereas the Israeli-Palestinian conflict has cost many inno-
cent lives and continues to bring terrible suffering to 
both peoples; 
Whereas despite the ongoing conflict, Israeli and Palestinian 
individuals and nongovernmental organizations have been 
working for decades to build bridges between the two 
peoples, to address humanitarian concerns, and to fur-
ther the cause of peace; 
Whereas such individuals and nongovernmental organizations 
that are committed to nonviolence, recognize Israel’s 
right to exist, and are dedicated to achieving a two-state 
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solution deserve recognition and encouragement to con-
tinue their important work; 
Whereas the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is currently at a crit-
ical juncture, and sustained progress towards peace de-
pends on the commitment of individuals and organiza-
tions that choose dialogue, friendship, and openness; 
Whereas the Palestinian Anti-Terrorism Act of 2006 (Public 
Law 109–446) permits the provision of United States as-
sistance to nongovernmental organizations to provide for 
basic human needs, the protection of basic human free-
doms, and the promotion of human rights, nonviolence, 
and for a just and peaceful reconciliation, provided that 
such assistance does not knowingly and directly benefit 
any terrorist organization; 
Whereas the initiatives of these individuals and nongovern-
mental organizations reflect the tenacity of those with a 
true commitment to peace, mutual respect, and coexist-
ence, and demonstrate the real impact that such people 
can make on the lives of individuals and communities; 
and 
Whereas such initiatives build hope and trust among both 
peoples and can help pave a path to peace: Now, there-
fore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) recognizes the vital role of nongovernmental 
organizations in peace-building efforts between 
Israel and Palestinians, and encourages them to re-
main steadfast in their commitment to nonviolence, 
recognition of Israel’s right to exist, dedication to 
achieving a two-state solution, and work toward 
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building trust and cooperation between the two peo-
ples; 
(2) applauds the tireless work of these individ-
uals and nongovernmental organizations, and urges 
them to continue their efforts; 
(3) acknowledges and encourages the important 
efforts and support that these nongovernmental or-
ganizations, religious organizations, and individuals 
committed to peace and nonviolence contribute to 
these initiatives; 
(4) affirms the importance of United States 
support to nongovernmental organizations that pro-
vide humanitarian aid and work for democracy, 
human rights, and peace and reconciliation between 
Israelis and Palestinians; and 
(5) urges Israeli and Palestinian leaders to em-
brace the spirit of nongovernmental peace builders 
toward achieving a just and lasting peace. 
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