HJR56 Summary

• Commends the nation of Israel for its relations with the United States of America and the State of Alabama.

• Expresses support for Israel's right to self-governance and self-defense on its own lands, stating Israel is neither an attacking force nor an occupier of others' lands.

• References biblical grounds for Israel's claim to its lands, citing Old Testament passages and asserting God has never rescinded the grant of lands to the Jewish people.

• Affirms that Alabama and Israel have maintained cordial and mutually beneficial relations since 1948, describing Israel as America's greatest friend in the Middle East.

• Directs copies of the resolution be forwarded to the House speakers of other U.S. states with a request that similar resolutions be proposed in their respective legislatures.