Ukraine Democracy Defense Lend-Lease Act of 2022

Ukraine Democracy Defense Lend-Lease Act of 2022

This bill temporarily waives certain requirements related to the President's authority to lend or lease defense articles if the defense articles are intended for Ukraine's government or the governments of other Eastern European countries affected by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

For FY2022 and FY2023, an agreement to lend or lease defense articles under this bill shall not be subject to certain requirements and provisions that typically apply to such lend-lease agreements, including a requirement that generally prohibits a loan or lease period from exceeding five years.

The President must establish expedited procedures to ensure the timely delivery of defense articles loaned or leased to Ukraine under this bill.

Bill 117 HR 7611, also known as the Ukraine Democracy Defense Lend-Lease Act of 2022, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide support to Ukraine in its efforts to defend its democracy and sovereignty against external threats.

The bill authorizes the President to provide military assistance to Ukraine through the lend-lease program. This assistance may include weapons, equipment, and other supplies necessary for Ukraine to defend itself against aggression. The bill also authorizes the President to enter into agreements with Ukraine to facilitate the transfer of this assistance.

Additionally, the bill requires the President to report to Congress on the assistance provided to Ukraine under this act, including the types and quantities of assistance provided, as well as the impact of this assistance on Ukraine's ability to defend itself. Overall, the Ukraine Democracy Defense Lend-Lease Act of 2022 aims to support Ukraine in its efforts to defend its democracy and sovereignty against external threats by providing military assistance through the lend-lease program.