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Source: http://www.politico.com/story/2015/11/export-import-bank-israel-palestinians-216165
Senators Propose Anti-BDS Guidelines for Export-Import Bank
(Politico) Burgess Everett and John Bresnahan - Congress is expected to resuscitate the Export-Import Bank next month, but senators from both parties are pitching a condition meant to counter a pro-Palestinian campaign to undermine Israeli exports. Specifically, the Ex-Im Bank would have to consider whether applicants for loans oppose "policies and actions" meant to inhibit "commercial relations specifically with citizens or residents of Israel." In the past, Ex-Im has taken into account applicants' stance on human rights and terrorism, prompting advocates of the new language to propose the new qualification. The attempt to insert the pro-Israel language is being led by Sen. Rob Portman (R-Ohio), along with Sens. Ben Cardin (D-Md.) and Ron Wyden (D-Ore.). Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) is also strongly advocating for inclusion of the language, meant to undercut the so-called boycott, divestment and sanctions campaign against Israel.