Speech #1010234113

First. it reiterates longstanding U.S. policy regarding the relevant U.N. resolutions. It then places the Congress on record that Israeli Government subsidies or other financial incentives for new settlements in occupied territories are contrary to the intent or spirit of these U.N. resolutions. Second. this amendment expresses congressional regret about the October 14 decision to encourage an Increase in the settlement of Soviet Jewish refugees in East Jerusalem. It also states that this decision is directly contrary to the assurances provided by the Israeli Government not to settle Soviet Jewish refugees in East Jerusalem. Third. this amendment requires the President to provide to Congress. within 60 days of enactment. and every 180 days thereafter. a detailed assessment of Israeli law. Government policies. financial subsidies or other incentives for new settlements in any of the occupied territories and on the number of Israeli citizens residing there.