Resources for U.S. Citizens in Israel
The unprovoked attack on Israel by Hamas is an act of war on one of our most trusted and long-term allies in the Middle East. I strongly condemn the violent and brutal attacks by Hamas terrorists on the Jewish people and the state of Israel. As a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, I am pushing to provide additional military and economic resources so that Israel can successfully defend itself.
If you or your family needs assistance, please see the resources below. For additional assistance, constituents can contact my District office at (559) 495-1620.
Resources
Crisis Intake Form: If you or someone you know must be evacuated from Israel, constituents should complete the State Department’s crisis intake form or call +1-833-890-9595 or +1-606-641-0131.
STEP: U.S. citizens in Israel should enroll their contact information in the State Department’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP), so the embassy or consulate can quickly assist during this emergency, visit https://step.state.gov/step/
Privacy Act Release Form: Constituents of California’s 21st Congressional District can fill out this form to allow the Office of Congressman Jim Costa to make an inquiry on your behalf to the U.S. State Department to help facilitate your request. Click HERE to fill out the form.
For the latest updates, please monitor the messages to U.S. citizens from the U.S. Embassy in Israel: https://il.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/security-and-travel-information/
The State Department will also post additional updates to their travel advisory for Israel, the West Bank, and Gazaa’s they are issued. Additionally, please monitor the U.S. Embassy’s website for additional updates.