Ukraine Security Partnership: Military Aid and Reforms
This act aims to strengthen the security partnership between the United States and Ukraine. It provides significant financial and military support to Ukraine to help it defend against aggression, and also supports internal reforms such as combating corruption and strengthening democracy. Citizens may feel an indirect impact through regional stabilization and support for democracy.
Key points
The U.S. will allocate $300 million annually for military assistance to Ukraine from 2022-2026, including defensive weaponry.
Military support is conditional on reforms in Ukraine's defense sector, including increased transparency and civilian oversight.
The act establishes a Special Envoy for Ukraine to support peace and diplomatic processes.
The U.S. will help Ukraine protect its defense industry from undesirable foreign investments, e.g., from China.
An additional $50 million annually will be allocated to strengthen cybersecurity, combat corruption, and support civil society in Ukraine.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_814
Sponsor: Sen. Risch, James E. [R-ID]
Process start date: 2021-03-17