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.

Congress: 118 · Status: failed · Israel/Palestine classification: pro-Palestine

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Sponsor: Sanders, Bernard (I-Vermont)

Editorial Explainer

This resolution would block a proposed sale of approximately 32,740 tank munitions (120mm cartridges) and related support services to Israel. The sale was submitted to Congress under standard arms export procedures in September 2024. If passed by both chambers, it would prohibit the transaction from proceeding.

Why it matters

This represents a rare congressional attempt to restrict military aid to Israel by invoking the Arms Export Control Act's disapproval mechanism. The vote outcome signals chamber sentiment on unconditional weapons transfers at a moment of heightened scrutiny over U.S. munitions use in the Gaza conflict.

Cosponsors (3)

Roll-call votes (100)