Arizona Legislature Approves Resolution Affirming Israel’s Sovereignty in Judea and Samaria

STATE CAPITOL, PHOENIX – The Arizona Legislature today completed passage of House Concurrent Resolution 2047, sponsored by State Representative David Livingston, affirming Israel’s sovereignty over Judea and Samaria and directing the use of historically accurate terminology in official state communications.

The resolution recognizes the historical, biblical, and legal legitimacy of Judea and Samaria and formally rejects the term “West Bank,” which was imposed during Jordan’s occupation of the territory from 1948 to 1967. The measure passed the Arizona House in February with bipartisan support and was approved today by the Arizona Senate.

Earlier this session, the House adopted House Resolution 2002, also sponsored by Representative Livingston, advancing the same policy within the chamber.

The Senate’s action comes as Israel observes Yom HaZikaron, a day honoring fallen soldiers and victims of terrorism.

“Today, as Israel honors those who gave their lives defending the nation, Arizona stands with the truth about that nation’s history,” Representative Livingston said. “Judea and Samaria are central to Jewish history and faith. They are not political labels to be swapped out for convenience. This resolution affirms what is true and rejects language created to deny it. I thank my colleagues for standing with Israel and supporting this effort.”

The resolution also recognizes the importance of Judea and Samaria to Israel’s security and to United States interests in preventing terrorist-controlled territory from emerging in the region.

A statement from Israeli Consul General Israel Bachar praising the Legislature’s passage of HCR 2047 is attached.

David Livingston is a Republican member of the Arizona House of Representatives serving Legislative District 28 in Peoria. He also serves as Chairman of the House Appropriations Committee. Follow him on X at @Livingston4AZ.