Israel and Georgia will strive to promote joint programs, marketing materials and information on tourism investments.
Georgia's ruling party admitted the need to reduce "confrontation" in society as a reason for the bill's withdrawal.
Democrat Esther Panitch, the only Jewish American representative in the state house, submitted and presented the bill with the support of several other members including Republicans.
Critics have said it is reminiscent of a 2012 Russian law that has since been used to crack down on dissent.
Comparing their worship to a mishkan, the portable sanctuary that the Israelites carried in the desert, Rabbi Rothbaum said of the protesters, “They go to shul at ‘Cop City.'”
The special grand jury does not have the authority to issue indictment and so will need to seek a regular grand jury's approval.
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