SJRES 113: 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 arms sale to Israel of approximately 50,400 high-explosive mortar rounds, along with technical documentation and military support services. The sale was formally submitted to Congress in September 2024. If passed by both chambers, it would prohibit the transaction under the Arms Export Control Act.

Why it matters

Congress has the authority to reject foreign military sales through disapproval resolutions, but such votes are rare. This signals legislative willingness to use that power to constrain weaponry transfers to Israel, marking a shift from decades of routine approval of Israeli military aid packages.

Cosponsors (2)

Roll-call votes (100)