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A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Israel of certain defense articles and services.
11/22/2024, 12:45 PM
Summary of Bill SJRES 111
Bill 118 SJRes 111 is a joint resolution that seeks to express congressional disapproval of a proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Israel. The sale in question involves the transfer of certain defense articles and services to Israel.
The resolution aims to prevent this sale from moving forward by invoking the Congressional Review Act, which allows Congress to review and potentially block certain executive branch actions, such as arms sales to foreign governments.
Supporters of the resolution argue that the proposed sale could have negative implications for regional stability and could potentially exacerbate tensions in the Middle East. They also raise concerns about the human rights record of the Government of Israel and its use of military force in the region. Opponents of the resolution, on the other hand, argue that Israel is a key ally of the United States and that the proposed sale is necessary to support Israel's defense capabilities in a volatile region. They also point to the longstanding security partnership between the two countries and the importance of maintaining strong military ties. Overall, Bill 118 SJRes 111 is a contentious issue that highlights the complex dynamics of US foreign policy in the Middle East. It remains to be seen how Congress will ultimately vote on this resolution and what impact it may have on US-Israel relations.
The resolution aims to prevent this sale from moving forward by invoking the Congressional Review Act, which allows Congress to review and potentially block certain executive branch actions, such as arms sales to foreign governments.
Supporters of the resolution argue that the proposed sale could have negative implications for regional stability and could potentially exacerbate tensions in the Middle East. They also raise concerns about the human rights record of the Government of Israel and its use of military force in the region. Opponents of the resolution, on the other hand, argue that Israel is a key ally of the United States and that the proposed sale is necessary to support Israel's defense capabilities in a volatile region. They also point to the longstanding security partnership between the two countries and the importance of maintaining strong military ties. Overall, Bill 118 SJRes 111 is a contentious issue that highlights the complex dynamics of US foreign policy in the Middle East. It remains to be seen how Congress will ultimately vote on this resolution and what impact it may have on US-Israel relations.
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Current Status of Bill SJRES 111
Bill SJRES 111 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 25, 2024. Bill SJRES 111 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 25, 2024. Bill SJRES 111's most recent activity was Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 18 - 79. Record Vote Number: 292. (consideration: CR S6653-6665) as of November 20, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill SJRES 111
Total Number of Sponsors
4Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
4Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
6Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SJRES 111
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsAlternate Title(s) of Bill SJRES 111
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Israel of certain defense articles and services.
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Israel of certain defense articles and services.
Comments

Oakley Hampton
425
1 year ago
I can't believe this bill is even a thing. Like, seriously, who thought it was a good idea to sell weapons to Israel? This is just going to cause more problems in the long run. How is this going to affect us in the future?

Kenai Kessler
411
1 year ago
This is so dumb.

Jalen Wood
459
1 year ago
I can't believe this bill is even a thing. It's like, why are we selling weapons to another country when we have so many issues right here at home? It just doesn't make sense to me. I mean, shouldn't we be focusing on taking care of our own people first before worrying about arming other countries? This bill needs to be passed, no doubt about it.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of SJRES 111
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