Somerville City Council to Discuss Divestment from Companies Supporting Israel
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What happened
The Somerville City Council in Massachusetts plans to discuss implementing a nonbinding ballot question regarding divestment from Israel. The proposed ordinance would prohibit the city from investing in or procuring labor, services, or goods from companies supporting entities identified as violating international law, including Israel and Palestine.
Why it matters
The measure aims to restrict the city's financial dealings and procurement practices. If the ordinance is enacted, it could change how the city council invests and purchases goods and services.
Who's involved
- city councilLegislative body discussing the ordinance to restrict city investments and procurement.
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- A city council is developing an ordinance to ban companies based on findings from the International Court of Justice and the International Criminal Court.Sub-event
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