Israel Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2023

12/15/2023, 4:09 PM

Summary of Bill S 3168

Bill 118 s 3168, also known as the Israel Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide additional funding to support various programs and initiatives in Israel.

The bill allocates funds for military assistance to Israel, as well as for economic development and security cooperation between the United States and Israel. It also includes provisions for supporting joint research and development projects in areas such as technology, energy, and healthcare.

Additionally, the bill includes funding for humanitarian assistance programs in Israel, aimed at providing aid to vulnerable populations and promoting peace and stability in the region. It also supports efforts to combat terrorism and promote regional security. Overall, the Israel Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2023 seeks to strengthen the relationship between the United States and Israel through increased financial support for a variety of important initiatives.

Congressional Summary of S 3168

Israel Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2023

This bill provides FY2024 supplemental appropriations to the Department of Defense (DOD) and the Department of State for assistance to Israel. The bill designates the funding as emergency spending, which is exempt from discretionary spending limits.

The bill provides appropriations to DOD for Operation and Maintenance; Procurement; and Research, Development, Test and Evaluation. The funding is provided for purposes such as

  • replacing defense articles that were provided to Israel;
  • reimbursing DOD for defense services and training provided to Israel;
  • the procurement of Israel's Iron Dome and David's Sling defense systems;
  • Defense Production Act purchases; and
  • the development of Israel's Iron Beam defense system.

The bill provides appropriations to the State Department for

  • Diplomatic Programs, including Worldwide Security Protection;
  • Emergencies in the Diplomatic and Consular Service; and
  • the Foreign Military Financing Program.

In addition, the bill includes several provisions that expand the authorities of the President to transfer defense articles and services from DOD to Israel.

Finally, the bill specifies that the funds provided by this bill may not be used (1) in connection with the war in Ukraine; or (2) for assistance to any entity that is located in the territory of Gaza or is controlled or influenced by Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, or any other organization that the State Department has designated as a foreign terrorist organization.

Current Status of Bill S 3168

Bill S 3168 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 30, 2023. Bill S 3168 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on October 30, 2023.  Bill S 3168's most recent activity was Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 232. as of October 31, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3168

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
22
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
22
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3168

Primary Policy Focus

Economics and Public Finance

Potential Impact Areas

AppropriationsArab-Israeli relationsConflicts and warsCongressional oversightCongressional-executive branch relationsDefense spendingDepartment of DefenseDepartment of StateDiplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroadExecutive agency funding and structureForeign aid and international reliefIsraelMilitary assistance, sales, and agreementsMilitary education and trainingMilitary procurement, research, weapons developmentResearch and development

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3168

Israel Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2023Israel Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2023A bill making emergency supplemental appropriations for assistance for the situation in Israel for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, and for other purposes.A bill making emergency supplemental appropriations for assistance for the situation in Israel for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, and for other purposes.
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