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RepublicanBill · S.J.Res. 101· Senate(119-SJRES-101)

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sales to Taiwan of certain defense articles and services.

Rep. Paul
Age: 63 years
Kentucky
Introduced
1/5/2026
Last activity
1/5/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Sponsored by
Rand Paul
Cosponsors
None
International Affairs
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This joint resolution provides for congressional disapproval of several proposed foreign military sales to the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO) in Taiwan. The resolution seeks to prohibit various defense articles and services across eight specific transmittals. These items include a wide range of equipment such as tactical mission networks, helicopters, howitzers, and various missile systems. Additionally, the proposed sales include various support services like training, maintenance, and logistics. The resolution specifically targets sales described in transmittals submitted to Congress pursuant to the Arms Export Control Act.

Yes

  • Does this reduce what is spent on the military?+1

    The resolution stops the export of various defense articles and services, which reduces the scope of planned military transfers.

  • Does this reduce what the federal government spends?+1

    By prohibiting these foreign military sales, the government avoids the expenditure of funds associated with these specific transmittals.

The opposite· 3 of 4

  • Does this send more money or help to other countries?-3

    The resolution blocks military assistance and hardware intended for Taiwan's defense.

  • Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?-2

    The disapproval of defense sales to Taiwan may impact the strength of the security relationship between the U.S. and Taiwan.

  • Would business owners be better off under this?-2

    The resolution negatively impacts defense contractors who were slated to provide the prohibited equipment and services.