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AZ HR2002

Resolution

Status

Passed

2/24/2026

Primary Sponsor

David Livingston

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Origin

House of Representatives

Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)

AI Summary

  • Arizona House Resolution recognizing "Judea and Samaria" as the historically and biblically accurate terms for the region commonly called the "West Bank"

  • Formally rejects the term "West Bank" as a political construct imposed by Jordan during its 1948-1967 occupation, arguing it obscures Jewish historical connections to the land

  • Directs use of "Judea" and "Samaria" in all official Arizona state communications, documents, and references regarding those regions

  • Cites biblical, historical, and legal justifications including the 1920 San Remo Resolution, the League of Nations Mandate for Palestine, and strategic defense considerations for Israel

  • Passed by the Arizona House of Representatives on February 23, 2026 and filed with the Secretary of State on February 24, 2026

Legislative Description

Recognizing Judea and Samaria

Last Action

Transmitted to Secretary of State

2/24/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules1/22/2026
Appropriations1/22/2026

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