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To enhance the eligibility of India for Foreign Military Sales and exports under the Arms Export Control Act.

1/10/2024, 9:45 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4312

Bill 118 hr 4312, also known as the "Enhancing India's Military Sales Eligibility Act," aims to improve India's eligibility for Foreign Military Sales and exports under the Arms Export Control Act. The bill seeks to strengthen the strategic partnership between the United States and India by enhancing India's ability to purchase defense equipment and technology from the US.

The bill specifically focuses on expanding India's access to US defense articles, services, and technology by streamlining the process for India to qualify for Foreign Military Sales. This includes increasing India's eligibility for expedited approval of defense sales and exports, as well as providing greater flexibility in the types of defense equipment and technology that India can purchase.

Additionally, the bill aims to enhance India's defense capabilities and interoperability with the US military, which is crucial for promoting regional security and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. By improving India's access to US defense equipment and technology, the bill seeks to strengthen defense cooperation between the two countries and advance shared security interests. Overall, Bill 118 hr 4312 is designed to bolster the US-India strategic partnership and enhance India's defense capabilities through increased access to Foreign Military Sales and exports under the Arms Export Control Act.

Current Status of Bill HR 4312

Bill HR 4312 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 22, 2023. Bill HR 4312 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 22, 2023.  Bill HR 4312's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of June 22, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4312

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
8
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4312

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4312

To enhance the eligibility of India for Foreign Military Sales and exports under the Arms Export Control Act.
To enhance the eligibility of India for Foreign Military Sales and exports under the Arms Export Control Act.

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