119-HRES-795 Journalist Public Summary

Headline Summary

House resolution condemning Hamas, demanding the release of all hostages, reaffirming Israel’s right to self‑defense, calling for aid to reach Palestinian civilians, and denouncing antisemitism.

What It Does

H. Res. 795 is a nonbinding statement of the U.S. House of Representatives. It condemns the October 7, 2023 Hamas attacks, calls on Hamas to immediately surrender and free all hostages, reaffirms Israel’s right to defend itself, urges that humanitarian aid reach Palestinian noncombatants, asks international bodies and other nations to denounce Hamas and press for hostage release, and condemns antisemitism in the United States and worldwide.

Who’s For It

• Lead sponsor: Rep. Josh Gottheimer (D‑NJ).
• Bipartisan cosponsors include Democrats and Republicans such as Reps. Lois Frankel (D‑FL), Joe Wilson (R‑SC), Young Kim (R‑CA), Brian Fitzpatrick (R‑PA), Mikie Sherrill (D‑NJ), Brad Sherman (D‑CA), Don Bacon (R‑NE), and Mariannette Miller‑Meeks (R‑IA).
• Supporters say it sends a clear message condemning terrorism, stands with hostages and their families, reaffirms Israel’s right to self‑defense, and underscores the need to protect civilians and combat antisemitism.

Who’s Against It

• As of introduction, no formal opposition is recorded in the text.
• Critics of similar resolutions often argue they are one‑sided, risk overlooking broader civilian harm in Gaza, or do not outline concrete steps for diplomacy beyond condemnation.

What’s Next

Introduced October 8, 2025 and referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. Next steps could include committee consideration and a House floor vote. As a simple House resolution, if adopted it does not go to the Senate or the President; it would represent the House’s official position.