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Enhanced Congressional Oversight of Foreign Arms Sales

This act aims to increase Congress's oversight of arms and military services sales to other countries. It makes it easier for the House of Representatives to quickly consider and vote on resolutions blocking such transactions. This gives citizens greater assurance that decisions regarding arms exports are made with due diligence and under the control of their elected representatives.
Key points
Expedited procedures in the House of Representatives for resolutions blocking arms sales.
Limited debate time and amendment opportunities for such resolutions.
Increased ability for Congress to swiftly respond to proposed arms deals.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_5798
Sponsor: Rep. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-33]
Process start date: 2021-11-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Arms Sale Oversight Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5798.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-11-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Expedited procedures in the House of Representatives for resolutions blocking arms sales.
  • Limited debate time and amendment opportunities for such resolutions.
  • Increased ability for Congress to swiftly respond to proposed arms deals.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-33].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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