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A bill to provide for congressional oversight of proposed changes to arms sales to Israel, and for other purposes.
7/10/2024, 10:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 4537
Bill 118 s 4537, also known as the "Congressional Oversight of Arms Sales to Israel Act," aims to give Congress more control and oversight over proposed changes to arms sales to Israel. The bill seeks to ensure that any arms sales to Israel are thoroughly reviewed and approved by Congress before they can be finalized.
Under this legislation, the President would be required to notify Congress of any proposed changes to arms sales to Israel at least 30 days before the sale can be completed. During this 30-day period, Congress would have the opportunity to review the proposed changes and potentially block the sale if deemed necessary.
The bill also includes provisions for reporting requirements, ensuring that Congress is kept informed of any arms sales to Israel and their potential impact on regional security. Additionally, the legislation aims to promote transparency and accountability in the arms sales process, ensuring that Congress plays a more active role in overseeing these important decisions. Overall, the Congressional Oversight of Arms Sales to Israel Act seeks to strengthen congressional oversight of arms sales to Israel and ensure that these sales are conducted in a transparent and responsible manner.
Under this legislation, the President would be required to notify Congress of any proposed changes to arms sales to Israel at least 30 days before the sale can be completed. During this 30-day period, Congress would have the opportunity to review the proposed changes and potentially block the sale if deemed necessary.
The bill also includes provisions for reporting requirements, ensuring that Congress is kept informed of any arms sales to Israel and their potential impact on regional security. Additionally, the legislation aims to promote transparency and accountability in the arms sales process, ensuring that Congress plays a more active role in overseeing these important decisions. Overall, the Congressional Oversight of Arms Sales to Israel Act seeks to strengthen congressional oversight of arms sales to Israel and ensure that these sales are conducted in a transparent and responsible manner.
Current Status of Bill S 4537
Bill S 4537 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 13, 2024. Bill S 4537 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 13, 2024.  Bill S 4537's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. as of June 13, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4537
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
6Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4537
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4537
A bill to provide for congressional oversight of proposed changes to arms sales to Israel, and for other purposes.
A bill to provide for congressional oversight of proposed changes to arms sales to Israel, and for other purposes.
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