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Providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia of certain defense articles and services.
1/21/2024, 7:30 PM
Summary of Bill HJRES 106
Bill 118 hjres 106, titled "Providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia of certain defense articles and services," is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The bill aims to express disapproval of a proposed foreign military sale to Saudi Arabia, specifically of certain defense articles and services.
The bill highlights concerns regarding the potential implications of such a sale on US national security interests and human rights considerations. It calls for a thorough review of the proposed sale and urges Congress to reject it.
The proposed sale to Saudi Arabia has raised concerns due to the Kingdom's involvement in the ongoing conflict in Yemen, where it has been accused of human rights violations and civilian casualties. Critics argue that providing military support to Saudi Arabia could further exacerbate the humanitarian crisis in Yemen and undermine US credibility on human rights issues. The bill emphasizes the importance of congressional oversight and approval in matters of foreign military sales, particularly when it comes to countries with questionable human rights records. It underscores the need for a careful and thorough evaluation of the potential consequences of such sales on US interests and values. Overall, Bill 118 hjres 106 seeks to ensure that Congress plays a critical role in scrutinizing and potentially blocking foreign military sales that could have negative implications for US national security and human rights principles.
The bill highlights concerns regarding the potential implications of such a sale on US national security interests and human rights considerations. It calls for a thorough review of the proposed sale and urges Congress to reject it.
The proposed sale to Saudi Arabia has raised concerns due to the Kingdom's involvement in the ongoing conflict in Yemen, where it has been accused of human rights violations and civilian casualties. Critics argue that providing military support to Saudi Arabia could further exacerbate the humanitarian crisis in Yemen and undermine US credibility on human rights issues. The bill emphasizes the importance of congressional oversight and approval in matters of foreign military sales, particularly when it comes to countries with questionable human rights records. It underscores the need for a careful and thorough evaluation of the potential consequences of such sales on US interests and values. Overall, Bill 118 hjres 106 seeks to ensure that Congress plays a critical role in scrutinizing and potentially blocking foreign military sales that could have negative implications for US national security and human rights principles.
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Current Status of Bill HJRES 106
Bill HJRES 106 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 2, 2024. Bill HJRES 106 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 2, 2024. Bill HJRES 106's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of January 2, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 106
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 106
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 106
Providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia of certain defense articles and services.
Providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia of certain defense articles and services.
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