23 US lawmakers warn Taoiseach that Occupied Territories Bill may conflict with American antiboycott laws (irishtimes.com)

• 23 US congressmen and women wrote to Taoiseach Micheál Martin opposing the Occupied Territories Bill.
• The letter warns the bill could harm US companies in Ireland and damage bilateral economic ties.
• Ireland's Government is committed to the bill but fears economic consequences from US pressure.
• The Attorney General is examining inclusion of services under the bill.

"A bipartisan group of 23 US congressmen and women, led by Democrat Josh Gottheimer, sent a letter to Taoiseach Micheál Martin warning that Ireland's Occupied Territories Bill could harm US companies in Ireland and damage economic ties. The bill, which bans imports from Israeli settlements, is due for Dáil debate. The lawmakers claim the legislation discriminates against Israel and conflicts with US antiboycott rules. The Government is committed to proceeding but fears economic consequences."