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Increased Funding for US-Israel Anti-Tunnel Defense Cooperation.

This law increases the annual federal funding limit for defense cooperation between the United States and Israel, specifically targeting technologies for detecting and destroying terror tunnels. The change aims to enhance the security of both nations by sharing advanced defense technology, which the US can also apply to threats like those on its southern border. This results in a higher allocation of taxpayer money toward international security cooperation.
Key points
The annual funding cap for US-Israel anti-tunnel technology cooperation is raised from $50 million to $80 million.
The increased funding is intended to accelerate the development and sharing of defense technologies used to counter subterranean terrorist threats.
This cooperation is expected to benefit the United States by helping address similar tunnel threats faced domestically and globally.
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Print number: 118_S_4285
Sponsor: Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI]
Process start date: 2024-05-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

United States-Israel Anti-Tunnel Cooperation Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4285.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-05-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The annual funding cap for US-Israel anti-tunnel technology cooperation is raised from $50 million to $80 million.
  • The increased funding is intended to accelerate the development and sharing of defense technologies used to counter subterranean terrorist threats.
  • This cooperation is expected to benefit the United States by helping address similar tunnel threats faced domestically and globally.
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 Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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Security Economy