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Enhanced Arms Export Oversight: Protecting Human Rights and Civilians.

This act aims to improve monitoring and verification of how countries use U.S. defense articles and services. It introduces new rules making respect for human rights and the law of war central to arms sales decisions. Citizens can expect more responsible U.S. military aid, potentially impacting global security and stability.
Key points
Human rights and the law of war become key criteria for U.S. arms sales.
A program for monitoring weapon use by countries is established, with potential suspension of supplies for violations.
An independent Human Rights and Law of War Oversight Board is created to assess arms sales.
Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates are initially designated as countries of concern.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7367
Sponsor: Rep. Jacobs, Sara [D-CA-53]
Process start date: 2022-04-01