Providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia of certain defense articles and services.

Hozzl · 2024-01-21T19:30:19Z

Explore the details of House Bill 106 Providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia of certain defense articles and services. currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on International Affairs. Stay informed on legislative developments.

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.

Read the Full Bill

Formatted Text PDF Formatted XML

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

Democrat Sponsors

Republican Sponsors

Unaffiliated Sponsors

Total Number of Cosponsors

Democrat Cosponsors

Republican Cosponsors

Unaffiliated Cosponsors

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 106

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate 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.

Start holding our government accountable!

Comments

Sponsors and Cosponsors of HJRES 106

Ilhan Omar

Minnesota(Democrat)

Latest Bills

Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Energy relating to "Energy Conservation Program: Energy Conservation Standards for Consumer Gas-fired Instantaneous Water Heaters".

Bill HJRES 20April 10, 2025

DETERRENCE Act

Bill S 1136April 10, 2025

Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act

Bill S 1124April 10, 2025

A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia of certain defense articles and services.

Bill SJRES 53January 21, 2024