Bill · S. 5595· Senate(119-S-5595)
Weapons Resupply, Stockpile, and Assurance Act
- Introduced
- 9/29/2026
- Last activity
- 9/29/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
- Sponsored by
- Jim Banks
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill is known as the Weapons Resupply, Stockpile, and Assurance Act. It allows the President to create a War Reserve Stock Program for Taiwan. Under this program, the President can transfer certain items to Taiwan. The items included are humanitarian and medical supplies, armor, artillery, automatic weapons ammunition, missiles, and other munitions. To qualify, these items must be obsolete or surplus, currently in the Department of Defense inventory, intended as reserve stocks for Taiwan, and located in a stockpile in Taiwan. The bill also requires the President to notify specific congressional committees at least 30 days before making a transfer. Finally, the Secretary of State must submit an annual report to Congress summarizing the transferred items, concessions received, and delivery timelines.
Yes· 3 of 6
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+6
Establishing a War Reserve Stock Program for Taiwan strengthens strategic cooperation and security ties with a key ally.
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+5
The act mandates congressional notifications and annual reports by the Secretary of State detailing transferred items and delivery timelines.
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+4
The legislation requires reporting and congressional notification regarding transfers and concessions, supporting formal diplomatic oversight.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Section 2(b): This section allows for the transfer of humanitarian and medical supplies to Taiwan. This could be considered positive because it provides essential aid and healthcare supplies to people who may need them.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Section 2(a) and Section 2(b): These sections allow for the transfer of armor, artillery, automatic weapons ammunition, missiles, and other munitions to Taiwan. This could be considered a negative burden or consequence because moving military weapons and munitions into a stockpile could increase tensions or conflict risks that impact people's safety and well-being.
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+4Improves Veterans Benefits+2
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+5Increases Federal Power+3
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Veterans+2
- 9/29/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
- Introduced in Senate