Bill · H.R. 8019· House(119-HR-8019)
U.S.-Greece Defense Cooperation Advancement Act
- Introduced
- 3/19/2026
- Last activity
- 5/13/2026 — Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 43 - 3.
- Sponsored by
- Chris Pappas
- Cosponsors
- - 5 - 4
- Introduced
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "U.S.-Greece Defense Cooperation Advancement Act," aims to authorize International Military Education and Training Assistance for Greece. It allows the President to provide assistance under the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961. The assistance focuses on training future leaders and building a rapport between the U.S. Armed Forces and Greece's military. It also aims to enhance interoperability and joint operation capabilities. Additionally, the bill emphasizes professional military education, civilian control of the military, and the protection of human rights. Finally, it authorizes $1,800,000 for each fiscal year from 2027 through 2031.
Yes
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+6
The bill aims to build partnerships and rapport between the U.S. and Greek military forces.
Does this send more money or help to other countries?+5
The bill authorizes significant military education and training assistance for Greece.
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+5
The bill fosters a better understanding of the United States through military education.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Training of future leaders: This could benefit the Greek military by preparing its upcoming leadership through specialized training (Section 2(a)(1)).
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Fostering a better understanding of the United States: This may lead to stronger cultural and political ties between the two nations (Section 2(a)(2)).
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Building partnerships: Establishing a rapport between the U.S. Armed Forces and Greece's military can build partnerships for the future (Section 2(a)(3)).
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Enhanced capabilities: This provision can improve interoperability and capabilities for joint operations (Section 2(a)(4)).
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Focus on human rights and civilian control: The emphasis on professional military education, civilian control of the military, and protection of human rights can provide positive societal and political outcomes (Section 2(a)(5)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts are mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances+6Improves Diplomatic Engagement+5Increases Foreign Aid+5
- 6/9/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/14/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/13/2026
- Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 43 - 3.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/12/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 4/15/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/19/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Gabe AmoDemocrat · Rhode Island
Gus BilirakisRepublican · Florida
Michael LawlerRepublican · New York
Nicole MalliotakisRepublican · New York
Richard McCormickRepublican · Georgia
Robert MenendezDemocrat · New Jersey
Sarah McBrideDemocrat · Delaware
Brad ShermanDemocrat · California
Dina TitusDemocrat · Nevada