What does Preamble of HR 7545 do?

This bill aims to prohibit funds to Israel from supporting international law violations The bill was introduced to the House of Representatives It was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs

What does SHORT TITLE. of HR 7545 do?

This Act establishes a short title for identification purposes.

What does FINDINGS. of HR 7545 do?

Congress finds different legal protections for Palestinians and Israeli settlers in the West Bank Israeli authorities detain and prosecute hundreds of Palestinian minors each year Reports document inconsistent treatment of Palestinian minors in detention Demolitions in Area C and East Jerusalem displace Palestinian families Expansion of Israeli settlements contravenes international law Israel receives significant US security assistance Congress has an interest in ensuring US defense articles and funds are used consistently with US laws

What does SENSE OF CONGRESS. of HR 7545 do?

This section expresses the sense of Congress regarding actions by the Government of Israel in the occupied West Bank. Congress states that certain Israeli actions, including detention of Palestinian children and seizure of property, are contrary to American values and undermine U.S. efforts toward peace. The section identifies promoting human rights and democratic rights for Palestinians and Israelis as foreign policy priorities for the United States. Congress rejects unilateral Israeli actions that deny Palestinians self-determination and human rights.

What does STATEMENT OF POLICY. of HR 7545 do?

This section states the policy of the United States The policy opposes certain actions by the Government of Israel Opposed actions include military detention of Palestinian children Opposed actions include seizure of Palestinian property Opposed actions include annexation of Palestinian land

What does LIMITATION ON ASSISTANCE. of HR 7545 do?

This section prohibits the use of funds authorized for assistance to the Government of Israel for activities that violate international humanitarian law. Specifically, funds cannot be used to support the military detention, interrogation, abuse, or ill-treatment of Palestinian children, including torture, physical violence, and denial of access to legal counsel. The section also restricts funds from supporting the seizure or destruction of Palestinian property or forcible transfer of civilians in the West Bank. Furthermore, funds cannot be used to facilitate or support unilateral annexation of territory in the West Bank. The Secretary of State must annually certify whether funds provided to Israel have been used to support these prohibited activities. If the Secretary of State determines that funds were used in violation, a detailed report outlining the amount and activities supported is required.

What does OVERSIGHT AND ADDITIONAL REPORTING. of HR 7545 do?

This section amends the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 It requires a report on Israeli military and police actions The report includes detention, interrogation, and property seizure It also covers Israeli settlement activities Compliance with UN Security Council Resolution 2334 is assessed

What does GAO REPORT ON ISRAEL'S EXPENDITURES FOR OFFSHORE PROCUREMENT. of HR 7545 do?

This section requires the Comptroller General of the United States to submit an annual report to Congress. The report must identify programs and items for which funds have been allocated for offshore procurement in Israel. The report assesses executive branch compliance with legislative requirements governing offshore procurements in Israel. The report details end-use monitoring of United States-origin defense articles by the Government of Israel. The report analyzes the effects of offshore procurements on Israel's military budget and domestic economy since 1991. The report includes an assessment of how funds for offshore procurement have supported illegal Israeli settlement activity in the occupied West Bank.

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HR. 7545 — Defending the Human Rights of Palestinian Children and Families Living Under Israeli Military Occupation Act

Defending the Human Rights of Palestinian Children and Families Living Under Israeli Military Occupation Act

Updated: 2/12/2026

TL;DR (AI)

This bill prohibits U.S. funds from supporting Israeli military detention, abuse, or ill-treatment of Palestinian children, as well as the seizure or destruction of Palestinian property and forcible transfer of civilians in the West Bank.
It mandates annual reporting from the Secretary of State certifying that U.S. assistance to Israel is not used to violate international humanitarian law or support illegal settlement activities.
The bill requires an annual report from the Government Accountability Office (GAO) detailing U.S. offshore procurement programs in Israel, including an assessment of their impact on Israeli settlement activity.

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