DE HR26

Recognizes the deaths of over 1,200 Israelis on October 7 and approximately 23,000 Palestinians since October, with 70% of Palestinian casualties being women and children.

Documents the humanitarian crisis in Gaza including displacement of 90% of the population, destruction of half of Gaza's housing, and lack of shelter, food, water, electricity, and healthcare for over 2 million civilians.

Calls upon Delaware's federal delegation, President Biden, and the Biden administration to work toward a permanent ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, including release of all hostages and prisoners of war by both sides.

Urges immediate and sustained humanitarian aid delivery to Gaza and diplomatic action to facilitate long-term peace in the region.

Notes that 64 members of Congress have called for a ceasefire, 65% of Americans support a ceasefire, and the United Nations passed a resolution demanding an immediate humanitarian ceasefire on December 13, 2023.