[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 147 (Thursday, December 4, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1736-E1737]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         UNITED STATES-ISRAEL STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP ACT OF 2014

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                               speech of

                            HON. GENE GREEN

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 3, 2014

  Mr. GENE GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to support S. 
2673, the U.S.-Israel Strategic Partnership Act of 2014.
  I rise to reiterate my support of our strategic ally, and the only 
true democracy in the Middle East, Israel.
  I want to applaud my colleagues in the House and Senate for passing 
this legislation. It is vital that Israel and the U.S. continue to 
protect our shared values including our commitment to liberty, equality 
and religious freedom.
  I am pleased to offer my support to the legislation that shares 
technology, prioritizes

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trade, exchanges information and intelligence and expands the Iron 
Dome.
  Israel's security should be our first priority but this includes more 
than just weapons funding.
  It requires joint-cooperation with the Israeli government and the 
Israeli people.
  When Israel's national interests are protected, the United States' 
national security is enhanced.
  Mr. Speaker, I have visited Israel almost a dozen times and each time 
I visit I am reminded of the challenges faced by Israelis every day.
  The Israeli people face these challenges with confidence and self-
assurance because they know they are an ally of the United States.

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