Contact Congress about S.Res. 72: A resolution affirming that Hamas cannot retain any political or military control in the Gaza Strip.

Hamas would be shut out of both governing and fighting power in Gaza under the Senate’s stated position. The resolution also presses the President to cut off Hamas funding, especially from Iran. It backs Israel’s defense, but it does not create a binding law.

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A resolution affirming that Hamas cannot retain any political or military control in the Gaza Strip. is a Senate bill passed by the Senate. The latest recorded action: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1751; text: 02/11/2025 CR S863).

Latest action on S.Res. 72: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1751; text: 02/11/2025 CR S863)

Who this affects: This bill mainly affects people and governments involved in the Gaza war and U.S. policy around it. The clearest impact falls on U.S. foreign policy officials, Israel, and any country or network accused of helping fund Hamas. People in Gaza could also be affected because the resolution says Hamas should not stay in control, but it does not say who should govern or provide security instead.

Why this matters: This matters because it shows that the Senate wants Hamas removed from power in Gaza and wants stronger action to cut off its funding. That could shape later U.S. decisions on sanctions, diplomacy, and support for Israel, even though this resolution does not require any of those steps by itself. It also signals a hard line toward Iran’s support for armed groups in the region. At the same time, the measure leaves big unanswered questions about what comes next in Gaza if Hamas is pushed out.

Key provisions in S.Res. 72

• Says Hamas should have no governing role and no armed control in Gaza.
• Classifies Hamas as a foreign terrorist group under U.S. immigration law.
• Describes Hamas as responsible for the October 7, 2023 attack in Israel. It says more than 1,200 people were killed, more than 250 were taken hostage, and thousands were hurt.
• Cites U.S. findings that Iran gives Hamas money, weapons, and training. It also says Iran gives up to $100 million a year to Palestinian armed groups, including Hamas.
• Pushes the President to use every economic and diplomatic tool available to cut off Hamas funding from Iran and other money sources.

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Questions people ask about S.Res. 72

What is S.Res. 72?

Hamas would be shut out of both governing and fighting power in Gaza under the Senate’s stated position. The resolution also presses the President to cut off Hamas funding, especially from Iran. It backs Israel’s defense, but it does not create a binding law.

How do I support or oppose S.Res. 72?

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Who should I contact about S.Res. 72?

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Can Modern Action explain S.Res. 72 before I act?

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