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119th Congress (1st) Vote 166 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to Israel of certain defense articles and services.

4/3/2025, 4:16 PM

Congress119
Number#166
Session1

Vote Summary

SJRES 26 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to Israel of certain defense articles and services.

119th Congress (1st) Vote 166 is a Senate Vote on Bill SJRES 26, A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to Israel of certain defense articles and services.. SJRES 26 was introduced on February 25, 2025 by 4 Sponsors and 0 Cosponsors.

Bill 119 SJRes 26 is a joint resolution in the US Congress that aims to disapprove of a proposed foreign military sale to Israel. The sale in question involves certain defense articles and services that are intended to be provided to Israel. The resolution seeks to prevent this sale from moving forward by expressing the disapproval of Congress.

The resolution is part of the broader debate surrounding US foreign policy and military aid to Israel. Supporters of the resolution argue that the sale of these defense articles and services could potentially exacerbate tensions in the region and contribute to human rights violations. They believe that Congress should have a say in such matters and should be able to express its disapproval if necessary.

Opponents of the resolution, on the other hand, argue that the sale is crucial for maintaining the security and stability of Israel, a key ally in the Middle East. They believe that the US should continue to support Israel through military aid and cooperation, especially in light of ongoing security threats in the region. Overall, Bill 119 SJRes 26 represents a significant debate within Congress about the US relationship with Israel and the implications of providing military aid to foreign countries. The resolution will likely continue to be a topic of discussion and debate as it moves through the legislative process.

The vote failed with a tally of 15 For, 83 Against, 1 Present, and 1 Not Voting. When broken down by party, there were 14 Democrats, 0 Republican, and 1 Independents voting For, 29 Democrats, 53 Republican, and 1 Independents voting Against, 1 Democrats, 0 Republican, and 0 Independents voting Present, and finally, 1 Democrats, 0 Republican, and 0 Independents Not Voting.

Voting For

Democrat

Republican

Independent

15

14

0

1


Voting Against

Democrat

Republican

Independent

83

29

53

1


Voting Present

Democrat

Republican

Independent

1

1

0

0


Not Voting

Democrat

Republican

Independent

1

1

0

0


Official Vote Question

On the Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 26 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to Israel of certain defense articles and services.


Official Vote Result

Motion to Discharge Rejected (15-83)

Comments

Senators' Votes on A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to Israel of certain defense articles and services.