Bills · SJRES 52
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate Joint Res.SJRES 52International Affairs
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of the United Arab Emirates of certain defense articles and services.
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it highlights a potential point of contention between Congress and the Executive Branch regarding U.S. foreign policy and arms sales. When Congress attempts to block a sale, it often signals concerns about the recipient country's actions, human rights record, regional stability, or how U.S.-supplied equipment might be used. If this bill becomes law, it would prevent the specific military assistance from reaching the UAE, which could impact the UAE's military readiness and its role in regional conflicts.
If the bill does not become law, the proposed sale would proceed, allowing the UAE to continue receiving logistical support for its U.S.-made helicopter fleet. This resolution underscores Congress's role in overseeing the U.S. government's foreign military sales and its ability to influence who receives American defense technology and support.
KEY PROVISIONS
3AI-extractedPROVISION 01
The joint resolution prohibits a specific foreign military sale to the Government of the United Arab Emirates.
This is the core action of the bill, stopping a proposed transaction that would otherwise proceed.
PROVISION 02
The sale includes an extension of an existing agreement for common spare parts and repair services for specific types of military helicopters (AH-64 Apache, UH-60 Black Hawk, and CH-47 Chinook).
This specifies the exact nature and scope of the military support that would be denied, indicating it's about sustaining existing equipment rather than acquiring new platforms.
PROVISION 03
The prohibition applies to the defense articles and services described in Transmittal No. 24-0Q, which was previously submitted to Congress.
This ties the resolution to a specific, official notification from the Executive Branch, demonstrating Congress's reaction to a defined proposal.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAY 15
Introduced in Senate
MAY 15
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Joint Resolution
NumberSJRES 52
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMay 15, 2025
Last actionMay 15, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · FOREIGN RELATIONS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAY 15, 2025
Senate Joint Res.SJRES 52International Affairs
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of the United Arab Emirates of certain defense articles and services.
INTRODUCED MAY 15, 2025· LAST ACTION MAY 15, 2025
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READING
1 min
COSPONSORS
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