The Louisiana Legislature has passed a resolution to memorialize the United States Congress in support of Israel following the terror attacks by Hamas on October 7, 2023. The resolution highlights the designation of Hamas as a terrorist organization by the U.S. Department of State and details the devastating impact of the attacks, which resulted in the deaths of over nine hundred Israelis and eleven Americans, along with thousands of injuries. It condemns Hamas for its brutal tactics, including the use of civilians as human shields and the abduction of hostages, and calls for the immediate cessation of attacks and the safe release of hostages.

Furthermore, the resolution reaffirms Israel's right to self-defense and its importance as a strategic ally of the United States. It emphasizes the need for direct negotiations between Israel and the Palestinians without preconditions and opposes any unilateral recognition of a Palestinian state, viewing it as a reward for terrorism. The resolution also urges the enforcement of U.S. laws to prevent foreign assistance from benefiting terrorist organizations and calls for sanctions against Iran to curb its support for Hamas. Copies of the resolution will be sent to various officials, including the Consul General of Israel and members of the U.S. Congress.