HJR8 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 of self-governance and self-defense on its own lands, characterizing Israel as neither an attacking force nor an occupier of others' lands.

• States that peace in the region can only be achieved through a united Israel governed under one law for all people.

• Directs copies of the resolution be forwarded to the President of the United States, Alabama's congressional delegation, all state governors, and the Israeli Embassy in Washington, D.C.

• Adopted by the House on February 7, 2013 and the Senate on February 19, 2013.