Bill · S.J.Res. 70· Senate(119-SJRES-70)
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed export of certain defense articles to Israel.
- Introduced
- 7/28/2025
- Last activity
- 7/28/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
- Sponsored by
- Bernie Sanders
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This joint resolution aims to block the export of certain defense articles, specifically 5,000 M5 Commando rifles, to Israel. The resolution disapproves of the proposed export of these firearms, parts, and components to M.R.D. Efram Investments Ltd for use by the Israel National Police. The resolution cites Transmittal No. DDTC 23-066 and Executive Communication 1305 as references for the proposed export.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
There are no sections or provisions within the bill that explicitly outline positive outcomes or benefits for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The resolution prohibits the export of firearms to Israel, which could negatively impact the Israel National Police. The resolution states it is disapproving the export of "5,000 M5 Commando 5.56mm fully automatic rifles to M.R.D. Efram Investments Ltd in Israel for ultimate end use by the Israel National Police."
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- 7/29/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/28/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
- Introduced in Senate
Peter WelchDemocrat · Vermont