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To prohibit the issuance of licenses for the exportation of certain defense articles to the United Arab Emirates, and for other purposes.
4/1/2025, 8:06 AM
Summary of Bill HR 2059
Bill 119 HR 2059, also known as the "Prohibition of Exporting Certain Defense Articles to the United Arab Emirates Act," aims to prevent the issuance of licenses for the exportation of specific defense articles to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The bill is designed to address concerns about the potential misuse or diversion of these defense articles by the UAE.
The bill prohibits the exportation of certain defense articles to the UAE, including items that could be used for military purposes or that could contribute to human rights abuses. The goal of the legislation is to ensure that US defense articles are not used in ways that could harm civilians or violate international law.
In addition to the prohibition on exporting certain defense articles, the bill also includes provisions for monitoring and reporting on the use of US defense articles by the UAE. This oversight is intended to ensure that the UAE is using these articles in a manner consistent with US values and interests. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2059 represents a bipartisan effort to address concerns about the exportation of defense articles to the UAE and to promote accountability and transparency in US arms sales. The bill reflects a commitment to upholding human rights and international law in the conduct of US foreign policy.
The bill prohibits the exportation of certain defense articles to the UAE, including items that could be used for military purposes or that could contribute to human rights abuses. The goal of the legislation is to ensure that US defense articles are not used in ways that could harm civilians or violate international law.
In addition to the prohibition on exporting certain defense articles, the bill also includes provisions for monitoring and reporting on the use of US defense articles by the UAE. This oversight is intended to ensure that the UAE is using these articles in a manner consistent with US values and interests. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2059 represents a bipartisan effort to address concerns about the exportation of defense articles to the UAE and to promote accountability and transparency in US arms sales. The bill reflects a commitment to upholding human rights and international law in the conduct of US foreign policy.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2059
Bill HR 2059 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 11, 2025. Bill HR 2059 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 11, 2025. Bill HR 2059's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of March 11, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2059
Total Number of Sponsors
7Democrat Sponsors
7Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
52Democrat Cosponsors
52Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2059
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2059
To prohibit the issuance of licenses for the exportation of certain defense articles to the United Arab Emirates, and for other purposes.
To prohibit the issuance of licenses for the exportation of certain defense articles to the United Arab Emirates, and for other purposes.
Comments

Skyler Hancock
627
11 months ago
I can't believe this bill passed. It's going to change things for me.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2059
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