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Expediting Israeli Aerial Refueling Act of 2023

12/15/2023, 4:06 PM

Summary of Bill S 510

Bill 118 s 510, also known as the Expediting Israeli Aerial Refueling Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to expedite the process of providing aerial refueling capabilities to Israel.

The bill specifically focuses on streamlining the approval and delivery of aerial refueling equipment and services to Israel in order to enhance their military capabilities and strengthen the US-Israeli partnership. This includes authorizing the Secretary of Defense to provide necessary support and resources to ensure timely and efficient delivery of aerial refueling capabilities.

Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of maintaining Israel's qualitative military edge in the region and highlights the strategic importance of the US-Israeli alliance. It also underscores the need for continued cooperation and support between the two countries in the face of regional security challenges. Overall, Bill 118 s 510 aims to enhance Israel's defense capabilities through the expedited provision of aerial refueling services, while also reinforcing the strong partnership between the United States and Israel in the realm of national security.

Congressional Summary of S 510

Expediting Israeli Aerial Refueling Act of 2023

This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD), particularly the Department of the Air Force, to provide certain training and support to the air force of Israel.

Specifically, the bill requires the U.S. Air Force to train members of the air force of Israel on (1) the operation of the KC-46 aircraft, and (2) maintenance and sustainment requirements of the KC-46 aircraft.

Before completing the training required by this bill, DOD must authorize members of the air force of Israel who are associated with the operation of KC-46 aircraft to participate in the U.S. Air Force Military Personnel Exchange Program. DOD must make the program available to such members of the air force of Israel and ensure that they may participate immediately after completing training.

DOD must rotationally deploy one or more KC-46 aircraft to Israel until the earlier of five years after the enactment of this bill or the date on which a KC-46 aircraft procured by the military forces of Israel is commissioned into such military forces and achieves full combat capability.

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Current Status of Bill S 510

Bill S 510 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 16, 2023. Bill S 510 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 16, 2023.  Bill S 510's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. as of February 16, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 510

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 510

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 510

Expediting Israeli Aerial Refueling Act of 2023
Expediting Israeli Aerial Refueling Act of 2023
A bill to require the Secretary of the Air Force to provide training to members of the air force of Israel on the operation of KC-46 aircraft, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 510

Tom Cotton
Tom Cotton
ArkansasRepublican

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