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This resolution urges Congress to take specific actions regarding U.S. arms sales to Israel and visa policies for Gaza residents, based on concerns about potential genocide in Gaza. The resolution calls on Congress to utilize its existing legal powers to prohibit arms sales to Israel, halt additional weapon funding, and restrict military assistance until Israel ends what the resolution describes as genocide against Palestinians. Additionally, it urges the U.S. Secretary of State to reinstate visitor visas for Gaza residents, with particular emphasis on providing medical visas for children who need urgent treatment. The resolution is grounded in several key premises, including the United States' obligations under the Genocide Convention, reports of humanitarian crises in Gaza (including widespread malnutrition and civilian casualties), and concerns about U.S.-supplied weapons potentially being used in actions that may constitute genocide. The document requests that copies of the resolution be transmitted to key U.S. government officials, including the President, Secretary of State, congressional leadership, and Michigan's congressional delegation, and seeks a formal response from congressional leadership within one month of receipt.

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