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Ukraine Democracy Defense Lend-Lease Act: Military Aid for Civilian Protection

This act allows the U.S. President to quickly lend or lease defense articles to Ukraine. Its purpose is to protect civilian populations from Russian military invasion. U.S. citizens may experience indirect impacts through the nation's foreign policy engagement and support for allies.
Key points
The U.S. President gains enhanced authority to lend or lease defense articles to Ukraine to protect civilians.
The act streamlines the delivery of defense articles by waiving certain legal requirements.
This authority remains in effect until the conflict with Russia ceases and Russian forces reduce their presence.
The President is required to report regularly to Congress on the defense articles provided and their intended use.
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Print number: 117_HR_6753
Sponsor: Rep. Wilson, Joe [R-SC-2]
Process start date: 2022-02-18