Bill · S.J.Res. 23· Senate(119-SJRES-23)
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed license amendment for the export to Israel of certain defense articles and services.
- Introduced
- 2/20/2025
- Last activity
- 2/20/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
- Sponsored by
- Bernie Sanders
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This joint resolution aims to provide congressional disapproval of a proposed license amendment. The amendment involves the export of specific defense articles and services to Israel. Specifically, it concerns Boeing Direct Attack Weapons, including JDAM variants and SDB Increment I variants. The proposed amendment would have authorized the transfer of 15,500 additional JDAM tail kits and 615 additional SDBs to the Israeli Ministry of Defense. This resolution was introduced by Mr. Sanders in the Senate.
Yes
No question was scored yes.
The opposite
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?-3
The resolution limits defense assistance to Israel, which could impact the strategic relationship between the United States and Israel.
Does this reduce what is spent on the military?-1
The resolution prevents the export of defense articles, which prevents the spending associated with those specific transactions.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- There are no specific positive impacts for individuals or groups of people explicitly described within the text of this resolution.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The resolution prohibits the export of 15,500 additional JDAM tail kits and 615 additional SDBs to the Israeli Ministry of Defense, as described in the text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Alliances-3Reduces Military Spending-1
- 2/20/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
- Introduced in Senate
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