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A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Egypt of certain defense articles and services.
12/29/2022, 9:33 PM
Summary of Bill SJRES 36
Bill 117 SJRes 36 is a joint resolution that aims to express disapproval of a proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Egypt. The sale in question involves the transfer of certain defense articles and services to Egypt. The resolution is being considered by the US Congress as a way to voice concerns about the potential implications of this sale on US national security interests and human rights considerations.
The resolution highlights the importance of congressional oversight in matters of foreign military sales, particularly when it comes to countries with complex political situations like Egypt. It emphasizes the need for transparency and accountability in such transactions to ensure that US weapons and services are not used in ways that could harm civilians or violate international law.
The resolution does not seek to completely block the sale to Egypt, but rather to signal Congress's concerns and urge the administration to reconsider the terms of the deal. It calls for a more thorough review of the potential risks and benefits of the sale, as well as a reassessment of Egypt's human rights record and its impact on regional stability. Overall, Bill 117 SJRes 36 reflects Congress's commitment to upholding US values and interests in the realm of foreign military sales, and its desire to ensure that such transactions are conducted in a responsible and ethical manner.
The resolution highlights the importance of congressional oversight in matters of foreign military sales, particularly when it comes to countries with complex political situations like Egypt. It emphasizes the need for transparency and accountability in such transactions to ensure that US weapons and services are not used in ways that could harm civilians or violate international law.
The resolution does not seek to completely block the sale to Egypt, but rather to signal Congress's concerns and urge the administration to reconsider the terms of the deal. It calls for a more thorough review of the potential risks and benefits of the sale, as well as a reassessment of Egypt's human rights record and its impact on regional stability. Overall, Bill 117 SJRes 36 reflects Congress's commitment to upholding US values and interests in the realm of foreign military sales, and its desire to ensure that such transactions are conducted in a responsible and ethical manner.
Congressional Summary of SJRES 36
This joint resolution prohibits the proposed foreign military sale of specified defense articles and services to Egypt.
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Current Status of Bill SJRES 36
Bill SJRES 36 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 7, 2022. Bill SJRES 36 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on February 7, 2022. Bill SJRES 36's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. as of February 7, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill SJRES 36
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SJRES 36
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International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill SJRES 36
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Egypt of certain defense articles and services.
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Egypt of certain defense articles and services.
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