[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 69 (Tuesday, May 15, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E787]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     UNITED STATES-ISRAEL ENHANCED SECURITY COOPERATION ACT OF 2012

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                               speech of

                          HON. JOHN GARAMENDI

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Wednesday, May 9, 2012

  Mr. GARAMENDI. Madam Speaker, on May 9, 2012, the House of 
Representatives reaffirmed our strong relationship with the State of 
Israel and demonstrated our commitment to Israel's right to defend 
itself, by passing H.R. 4133 with 411 votes. Unfortunately, I was not 
present at the time of the vote, but I would like to voice my support 
for Israel and this bill. Israel is a valued ally and friend of the 
United States. It is in the national security of both countries to 
ensure that Israel has the robust defense needed to protect itself from 
many threats within the region. H.R. 4133 guarantees that the United 
States will aid Israel in this defense and this bipartisan vote shows 
that we will always stand firm on our commitments to this relationship. 
Again, I would like to apologize for missing this important vote, but I 
commend my colleagues for supporting this vital alliance.

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