Tennessee SB1663 mandates the use of historical names "Judea" and "Samaria" instead of "West Bank" in official state documents.
Tennessee SB1663 amends state law to prohibit the use of the term "West Bank" in official government materials, replacing it with "Judea" and "Samaria." The bill asserts these regions' historical, biblical, and legal ties to the Jewish people. It also mandates that state agencies not use state funds to create materials referring to the area as "West Bank." Exceptions can be made by agency heads if deemed in the state's interest, with a written explanation submitted within 30 days. The bill emphasizes the strategic importance of these areas to Israel's security and regional stability.
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