A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to Israel of certain defense articles and services. | ChamberLight
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Senate Joint Res.SJRES 26International Affairs
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to Israel of certain defense articles and services.
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
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This bill matters because it represents a direct challenge by Congress to a specific U.S. foreign policy decision regarding military aid to a key ally. If it passes, it signals a significant shift in U.S. policy regarding arms sales to Israel, potentially impacting regional dynamics and the U.S.'s role in the Middle East. It could also set a precedent for future congressional intervention in proposed foreign military sales.
If the bill becomes law, Israel would not receive the listed weapons, which could force it to seek alternative sources or adjust its defense strategy. If it does not pass, the proposed sale would likely proceed as planned, maintaining the current trajectory of U.S. military support to Israel and potentially raising questions among those concerned about the use of these weapons.
KEY PROVISIONS
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PROVISION 01
Prohibits the sale of 2,166 GBU-39/B Small Diameter Bombs Increment 1 (SDB-I) to Israel.
These are precision-guided bombs, and blocking their sale could impact Israel's precision strike capabilities.
PROVISION 02
Blocks the sale of 2,800 MK 82 General Purpose, 500-pound bomb bodies to Israel.
These are unguided bombs, often used in conjunction with guidance kits, and preventing their transfer could reduce the availability of such munitions.
PROVISION 03
Prevents the sale of 13,000 KMU-556 JDAM Guidance Kits for MK-84 bomb bodies and 3,475 KMU-557 JDAM Guidance Kits for BLU-109 bomb bodies.
These kits turn 'dumb' bombs into precision-guided munitions, and blocking them would reduce Israel's ability to convert existing or future bombs into precision weapons.
PROVISION 04
Prohibits the sale of 1,004 KMU-572 JDAM Guidance Kits for GBU-38v1 and 17,475 FMU-152A/B fuzes.
These are essential components for modern precision munitions, and their absence would directly impact the functionality and effectiveness of certain bombs.
PROVISION 05
Also prohibits the sale of other non-Major Defense Equipment items, including FMU-139 fuzes, bomb components, and various support services.
This ensures a comprehensive block on the entire proposed package, not just the primary weapons, including crucial logistical and technical support.
This bill matters because it represents a direct challenge by Congress to a specific U.S. foreign policy decision regarding military aid to a key ally. If it passes, it signals a significant shift in U.S. policy regarding arms sales to Israel, potentially impacting regional dynamics and the U.S.'s role in the Middle East. It could also set a precedent for future congressional intervention in proposed foreign military sales.
If the bill becomes law, Israel would not receive the listed weapons, which could force it to seek alternative sources or adjust its defense strategy. If it does not pass, the proposed sale would likely proceed as planned, maintaining the current trajectory of U.S. military support to Israel and potentially raising questions among those concerned about the use of these weapons.
KEY PROVISIONS
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Prohibits the sale of 2,166 GBU-39/B Small Diameter Bombs Increment 1 (SDB-I) to Israel.
These are precision-guided bombs, and blocking their sale could impact Israel's precision strike capabilities.
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Blocks the sale of 2,800 MK 82 General Purpose, 500-pound bomb bodies to Israel.
These are unguided bombs, often used in conjunction with guidance kits, and preventing their transfer could reduce the availability of such munitions.
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Prevents the sale of 13,000 KMU-556 JDAM Guidance Kits for MK-84 bomb bodies and 3,475 KMU-557 JDAM Guidance Kits for BLU-109 bomb bodies.
These kits turn 'dumb' bombs into precision-guided munitions, and blocking them would reduce Israel's ability to convert existing or future bombs into precision weapons.
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Prohibits the sale of 1,004 KMU-572 JDAM Guidance Kits for GBU-38v1 and 17,475 FMU-152A/B fuzes.
These are essential components for modern precision munitions, and their absence would directly impact the functionality and effectiveness of certain bombs.
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Also prohibits the sale of other non-Major Defense Equipment items, including FMU-139 fuzes, bomb components, and various support services.
This ensures a comprehensive block on the entire proposed package, not just the primary weapons, including crucial logistical and technical support.
GLOSSARY
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Joint Resolution
A legislative measure that, if passed by both the House and Senate and signed by the President (or if Congress overrides a presidential veto), has the force of law. It's often used for specific, single-matter actions like constitutional amendments, declarations of war, or, in this case, disapproving a specific foreign policy action.
Foreign Military Sale (FMS)
A program through which the U.S. government sells defense articles and services to foreign governments and international organizations. The purchasing country pays for the items, and the U.S. government acts as the intermediary, facilitating the sale from U.S. defense contractors.
Defense Articles and Services
This refers to military equipment, weapons, components, spare parts, and related support like training, maintenance, logistics, and technical assistance that the U.S. provides to other countries.
GBU-39/B Small Diameter Bombs Increment 1 (SDB-I)
A specific type of American 250-pound (113 kg) precision-guided glide bomb designed to strike targets with high accuracy while minimizing collateral damage.
MK 82 General Purpose, 500-pound bomb bodies
These are the outer casings of 500-pound (227 kg) unguided bombs, which can be fitted with various fuzes and guidance kits to create different types of munitions.
JDAM Guidance Kits
ACTION TIMELINE
3 EVENTS
APR 3, 25
Motion to discharge Senate Committee on Foreign Relations rejected by Yea-Nay Vote. 15 - 83. Record Vote Number: 166. (consideration: CR S2152-2158)
DISCHARGE
FEB 25, 25
Introduced in Senate
INTROREFERRAL
FEB 25, 25
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) guidance kits are add-on kits that convert unguided 'dumb' bombs into precision-guided 'smart' munitions. They use GPS guidance, sometimes combined with an inertial navigation system, to steer bombs to a target.
Fuzes
A fuzes is a device in a munition that initiates the explosive train (like a detonator) at the proper time, usually when the bomb hits a target, after a set delay, or at a specific altitude, to ensure effective detonation.
Arms Export Control Act (AECA)
A U.S. law that provides the legal authority and framework for the U.S. government to control the export of defense articles and services. It requires Congress to be notified of significant proposed foreign military sales.
Roll Call #166
On the Motion to Discharge S.J.Res. 26
Motion to Discharge Rejected (15-83)Requires ½ majority
15 Yes83 No1 NV
15 Yes83 No1 NV
Requires: Simple MajorityD majority: noR majority: no
